1. Nf3 c5 2. c4 g6 3. d4 Bg7 4. e4 Qa5+ 5. Nc3 d6
Chess openings · A42
Pterodactyl Defense
33,926 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. Nf3 c5 2. c4 g6 3. d4 Bg7 4. e4 Qa5+ 5. Nc3 d6. White wins 48%, draws 4%, Black wins 48%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 526 | 44%53% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,622 | 46%51% |
| 1600–1999 | 10,662 | 49%48% |
| 2000 and up | 19,116 | 48%48% |
| All ratings | 33,926 | 48%48% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 18,200 | 48%48% |
| Blitz | 13,430 | 48%48% |
| Rapid | 2,234 | 49%46% |
| Classical | 62 | 42%50% |