Opening Overview
King's Gambit Accepted
137 linesAbout This Opening
King's Gambit Accepted is a gambit-style opening that prioritizes initiative, piece activity, and practical complications.
The main practical question is whether the side offering material can keep the initiative long enough to justify the concession. Expect open lines, active pieces, and tactical moments around the king and center.
For training, focus on the standard responses, the point where the gambit can be accepted or declined, and the central counterplay that prevents the attack from becoming one-sided.
Key ideas
- Typical theme: activity and initiative over immediate material balance.
- Watch for early tactical shots and forcing move orders.
- Best for players who want sharp, practical positions.
- Study both acceptance and refusal plans so you know the main branches.
Choose a variation
King's Gambit Accepted: Mason-Keres Gambit
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Nc3
King's Gambit Accepted: Orsini Gambit
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. b3
King's Gambit Accepted: Paris Gambit
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Ne2
King's Gambit Accepted: Schurig Gambit, with Bb5
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Bb5
King's Gambit Accepted: Schurig Gambit, with Bd3
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Bd3
King's Gambit Accepted: Stamma Gambit
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. h4
King's Gambit Accepted: Tartakower Gambit
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Be2
King's Gambit Accepted: Tartakower Gambit, Weiss Defense
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Be2 f5 4. exf5 d6
King's Gambit Accepted: Tumbleweed
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Kf2
King's Gambit Accepted: Villemson Gambit
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. d4
King's Gambit Accepted: Becker Defense
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Nf3 h6
King's Gambit Accepted: Bonsch-Osmolovsky Variation
1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Nf3 Ne7