When I first became aware that mirror go was a thing, i thought it was a pretty neat way to learn from my opponent in the oh-so-mysterious opening. Now I sense that it annoys a significant fraction of go players. But what’s so bad about it? Eventually somebody stops mirroring.
Remember the group tax, or the preset start position? Go rules do change, and things that don’t stand the test of time do get dropped regardless of historical reasons. The area <> territory duality is different specifically because neither is completely superior, both have some advantages and use cases.
Hey everyone, We’re excited to announce a new feature on OGS: GoTV! GoTV Overview GoTV is your new go-to spot for live Go streams, featuring Twitch streams from the Go community. Dive into live games and watch players share their experiences. How to Use GoTV Visit the GoTV Page: Head over to the GoTV page on OGS to see a list of live Go streams. Look for the GoTV indicator in the navbar when ...
Mastering Mini Go: A Complete Guide to the 9×9 Go Board Hi all, I’m thrilled to announce the release of my book exploring the 9×9 Go board! After years of playing on the 9×9 site ladder and contributing to various 9×9 projects, I’ve poured everything I’ve learned into this guide. Inside you’ll find: Fundamentals and tactics: from estimating and counting the score to the basic ...
The 67th European Go Congress is running in Warsaw, Poland, between July 19 and August 2, 2025: Home - EGC 2025 EGC Main/Open tournament is a traditional 10 rounds event spanning two weeks having a break over the weekend and during two free days.
