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Fisher Random Chess
39:03 - 47:53 (08:49)
Chess player discusses Fisher Random Chess, a variant of traditional chess that uses 960 different starting positions, and how it challenges players to rely on pure chess skills rather than memorization.
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The speaker is interested in playing other games like Chess 960, also known as Fisher Random, which has 960 maps instead of one.
39:03 - 42:37 (03:34)
Summary
The speaker is interested in playing other games like Chess 960, also known as Fisher Random, which has 960 maps instead of one. They speak about the art form and balance of computer game design, and the unique attraction of traditional chess with more powerful pieces like the queen.
ChapterFisher Random Chess
Episode#315 – Magnus Carlsen: Greatest Chess Player of All Time
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen discusses the benefits of playing chess without memorization specifically in Chess 960, by creating a competitive and interesting games with diverse positions.
42:38 - 44:29 (01:51)
Summary
Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen discusses the benefits of playing chess without memorization specifically in Chess 960, by creating a competitive and interesting games with diverse positions.
ChapterFisher Random Chess
Episode#315 – Magnus Carlsen: Greatest Chess Player of All Time
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses the importance of non-symmetrical openings in chess, how playing symmetrical can be too easy and dry, and how non-symmetrical openings can enhance the game experience.
44:29 - 47:53 (03:23)
Summary
The speaker discusses the importance of non-symmetrical openings in chess, how playing symmetrical can be too easy and dry, and how non-symmetrical openings can enhance the game experience.