1. e4 Nc6 2. d4 d5 3. exd5 Qxd5
Chess openings · Nimzowitsch Defense: Scandinavian Variation · B00
Nimzowitsch Defense: Scandinavian Variation, Exchange Variation
73,018 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 Nc6 2. d4 d5 3. exd5 Qxd5. White wins 49%, draws 4%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 6,686 | 50%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 21,598 | 50%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 32,710 | 48%48% |
| 2000 and up | 12,024 | 46%49% |
| All ratings | 73,018 | 49%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 23,827 | 48%49% |
| Blitz | 39,268 | 48%47% |
| Rapid | 9,692 | 50%45% |
| Classical | 231 | 49%46% |