1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. d4 exd4 5. Nxd4 Nxe4
Chess openings · Four Knights Game: Scotch Variation · C47
Four Knights Game: Scotch Variation, Schmid Defense
2,718 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. d4 exd4 5. Nxd4 Nxe4. White wins 46%, draws 7%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 348 | 61%36% |
| 1200–1599 | 313 | 54%44% |
| 1600–1999 | 775 | 44%49% |
| 2000 and up | 1,282 | 42%50% |
| All ratings | 2,718 | 46%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,141 | 44%51% |
| Blitz | 1,181 | 46%45% |
| Rapid | 379 | 51%42% |
| Classical | 17 | – |