Reti
If you like flexibility, the Reti is perfect. It can transpose into the English, Catalan, or King's Indian Attack. White asks Black to commit to a central setup before deciding how to attack it.
Key Variations
Mastering the Reti requires understanding these critical lines. Our repertoire includes 1 curated variations designed to give you a solid foundation.
Reti - KIA Setup
Flexible development.
Why learn this?
- Improve your opening win rate with top engine lines.
- Understand the "Why" behind moves with detailed explanations.
- Memory drills using Spaced Repetition (SRS).
History
Named after Richard Réti, a founder of Hypermodernism. He famously used it to defeat Capablanca in New York 1924, ending Capablanca's 8-year undefeated streak.
Play Style
Hypermodern control. White controls the center with pieces (Nf3) rather than pawns, often followed by g3 and b3 fianchettos.
Famous Players
Note
This content is part of the ChessBotBuddies specific repertoire for the Reti. Lines may theoretically differ from other sources but are chosen for practical playability.