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Queen's Pawn Game

Queen's Pawn Game: what should Black play?

Best move

e5-0.27

Black to move. The engine's choice is e5 (-0.27).

Games played
89K
To move
Black
Evaluation
-0.27
Depth
22

What else gets played here

Move choices from 89K games in the opening book, with the engine's evaluation of each.

MoveEvaluationPlayedGamesWhite score
e5Engine pick-0.270%043%
Bg4+0.240%047%
dxc4+0.240%050%
e6+0.250%052%
a6+0.250%049%

Frequently asked questions

What is the best move for Black in the Queen's Pawn Game?

e5 (-0.27). Black to move. The engine's choice is e5 (-0.27).

How often does this position occur?

This position has been reached 89K times in the opening book.