Enjoyment
before rules.

011 MIN

How to listen to commentary

What is "large-board commentary"?

A program where commentators follow the game on a large board. How to enjoy it, whether at the venue or online.

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021 MIN

How to read the position

How should you read AI win rates?

"Black 62%" on the broadcast screen. What the number means and how not to be swayed by it, in 3 points.

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031 MIN

How to read the position

What is "komi"? The 6.5-point handicap

A rule that gives White extra points because Black, moving first, has an advantage. It also explains the "half point" you see in results.

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041 MIN

Drama against the clock

What is a "sealed move"?

The "invisible move" played at the end of day 1 in a 2-day game. How it works and how to enjoy it, in 3 points.

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051 MIN

Signs the game is ending

How to read "win by resignation" and "half-point win"

"W+Res", "B+3.5". Once you can read how results are written, you can picture how the game went.

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063 MIN

How to read the position

"Who's winning?"

No need to count stones. First, just follow 3 signs.

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072 MIN

Signs the game is ending

What does "resign" mean?

Why games end before they are played out, and how to watch that moment.

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084 MIN

Drama against the clock

What happens with time limits and byoyomi?

As the clock runs down, the weight of each move and the players' choices change.

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095 MIN

How tournaments work

How does a title match work?

How a challenger is decided, and how title matches create stories.

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103 MIN

How to listen to commentary

All you need to follow the commentary

We translate frequently heard words into plain language that shows how the game is going.

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112 MIN

Your first game to watch

Can I watch without knowing the rules?

Of course you can. Your first game is fun if you decide on just one thing to follow.

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