1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. g3
Chess openings · Vienna Game · C25
Vienna Game: Paulsen Variation
17,870 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. g3. White wins 52%, draws 4%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 1,270 | 47%50% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,645 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 6,449 | 54%42% |
| 2000 and up | 6,506 | 53%43% |
| All ratings | 17,870 | 52%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 6,649 | 53%44% |
| Blitz | 8,971 | 52%44% |
| Rapid | 2,191 | 52%44% |
| Classical | 59 | 54%10%36% |