An open game where White immediately challenges Black's center. Leads to active piece play.
Every line in this family begins 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6, then branches. Each variation below has its own page with the full move order, the position it reaches, and a Stockfish evaluation.
All 37 lines can be practised free in the browser: pick a variation, walk it move by move in Learn mode, then drill it from memory until you can play it without prompting.
The Scotch Game begins 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6. From there it branches into 37 named variations, each with its own move order and typical plans.
What is the ECO code for the Scotch Game?
The Scotch Game is catalogued under ECO codes C44–C45. Individual variations list their own specific code on their page.
How can I practise the Scotch Game for free?
Open any variation on Chess Ramp and use Learn mode to walk the line one move at a time, then Drill mode to replay it from memory. Practice runs in your browser with no account required.