Ive watched many of your videos, and so far this is the most elegant explanation of Go stategy. They examples of not taking too little or too much are the perfect advice for one of the first plateaus every Go newcomer encounters in their growth
These videos are perfect: -pacing -editing -presentation -clarity How does this not have more views? Thanks for putting so much effort into this content.
I like how you explain things so clearly and give some good basic direction and perspectives. I've watched a lot of other videos and while the people who make them certainly know what they're talking about and know the game inside out, they just don't quite connect with how it feels to be a newbie just starting out and learning from scratch. This game is kind of intimidating when one's starting out but these videos you've done are really good in offering some nice comfy places to start and develop from without feeling overwhelmed by it all. So, nice job. Love how you edit these videos too, gives them a nice charm.
Very helpful video as always!! Hikaru and Sai's mention was quiet surprising for me haha The 3 stages thing is also in chess too.. we have opening, mid-game and Endgame.. but I feel Chess is about an Empire's War whereas Go is The Empire and its wars. Anyways keep it up Sensei !! It is helping a lot 🙌 ^__^
Very interesting video. As a chess player trying out Go, there are many similarities. They almost feel like two sides of the same coin, with some properties inverted. For example, the opening stage in chess is very different. It is the least open stage of the game, where memorization of beneficial strategies is key. This stage determines the flavour of the game. The middle game opens up with many tactical possibilities and the endgame is almost more art than science due to the staggering amount of options on the board. Truly they feel like the Yin and Yang of classic board games.
Very well said! Memorization plays a very significant role in modern Go openings too though...but it's possible to just improvise with the basics in mind.
Great video. Thanks. Could you make a video about the skill differences for different kyu level players? What skills they acquire in order to move up. I think it might be interesting and maybe help many to focus on the right things.
Understand the three stages of Go - opening, middle game, and end game for strategic play. 0:03 Recognize the role of improvisation during the opening stage of Go for a flexible beginning. 0:13 Prepare for major combat and territory division during the middle game of Go to solidify your strategy. 1:05 Focus on finalizing territory and calculating precise move values in the end game of Go. 2:19 Avoid overconcentrating on one corner or area early in the game to prevent limiting your potential. 4:02 Consider territorial frameworks and the potential to build across the board rather than focussing on small definite areas. 5:19 Refrain from over-ambition without sufficient security, as it may lead to substantial losses in Go. 7:00 Aim for balance in your approach to Go, developing territories without overreaching or undershooting. 7:47 Occupying empty corners and taking sides along the 3rd and 4th lines is advisable at the start of the game. 7:57
Ive watched many of your videos, and so far this is the most elegant explanation of Go stategy. They examples of not taking too little or too much are the perfect advice for one of the first plateaus every Go newcomer encounters in their growth
And all of these videos are assembled together into the course of fundamentals on 13x13 =)
These videos are perfect:
-pacing
-editing
-presentation
-clarity
How does this not have more views? Thanks for putting so much effort into this content.
How many views would you suggest? A couple million? Cos we'd take that! =)
Beautiful video. The sounds you choose for the capturing, nice.
It’s great to know you enjoyed the video 👍
I like how you explain things so clearly and give some good basic direction and perspectives. I've watched a lot of other videos and while the people who make them certainly know what they're talking about and know the game inside out, they just don't quite connect with how it feels to be a newbie just starting out and learning from scratch. This game is kind of intimidating when one's starting out but these videos you've done are really good in offering some nice comfy places to start and develop from without feeling overwhelmed by it all. So, nice job. Love how you edit these videos too, gives them a nice charm.
Feedback like this one really boosts our spirits and motivates us to keep pushing forward and improving. Thanks you for your kind words!
Wonderfully explained. Thank you for this great beginner series! The game seems like joy, elegant balance and cold calculation.
Thank you!
You're absolutely right! The game of Go is indeed a wonderful blend of joy, elegance, and strategic depth.
Like that go board! Fancy a nice practice 9x9 and 13x13
Thanks.
Yeah, practicing on smaller boards is a great way to sharpen your skills and enjoy quick games.
Very helpful video as always!! Hikaru and Sai's mention was quiet surprising for me haha
The 3 stages thing is also in chess too.. we have opening, mid-game and Endgame.. but I feel Chess is about an Empire's War whereas Go is The Empire and its wars.
Anyways keep it up Sensei !! It is helping a lot 🙌 ^__^
Thank you! Love your analogy between Go and Chess. Thrilled the videos are helping. Stay tuned for more! 🙌
chess is a battle, go is a war
The way you edited this video was crisp as fuck. Very nice.
Thank you! Really glad you enjoyed the editing. 🎬✨
such a great lesson! and really clear the way you explain it and simulate a whole match! Thanks very much!
Glad you liked it! Thanks!
Very interesting video. As a chess player trying out Go, there are many similarities. They almost feel like two sides of the same coin, with some properties inverted.
For example, the opening stage in chess is very different. It is the least open stage of the game, where memorization of beneficial strategies is key. This stage determines the flavour of the game. The middle game opens up with many tactical possibilities and the endgame is almost more art than science due to the staggering amount of options on the board.
Truly they feel like the Yin and Yang of classic board games.
Very well said!
Memorization plays a very significant role in modern Go openings too though...but it's possible to just improvise with the basics in mind.
That is a very nice comment 👍😊
Day 1 Go enlightenment, but abstract confusion.
That's one way of describing it =)
Thank you! This is very helpfull and well explained 😊
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Thank you for these videos
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Great video. Thanks. Could you make a video about the skill differences for different kyu level players?
What skills they acquire in order to move up. I think it might be interesting and maybe help many to focus on the right things.
Noted!
@@GoMagic thanks :)
Understand the three stages of Go - opening, middle game, and end game for strategic play. 0:03
Recognize the role of improvisation during the opening stage of Go for a flexible beginning. 0:13
Prepare for major combat and territory division during the middle game of Go to solidify your strategy. 1:05
Focus on finalizing territory and calculating precise move values in the end game of Go. 2:19
Avoid overconcentrating on one corner or area early in the game to prevent limiting your potential. 4:02
Consider territorial frameworks and the potential to build across the board rather than focussing on small definite areas. 5:19
Refrain from over-ambition without sufficient security, as it may lead to substantial losses in Go. 7:00
Aim for balance in your approach to Go, developing territories without overreaching or undershooting. 7:47
Occupying empty corners and taking sides along the 3rd and 4th lines is advisable at the start of the game. 7:57
Indeed, thanks!
Could you credit the artist of the sketches you show in the video? I don’t see a name credit in the description or video
Thanks for pointing that out! I'll try to get the artist's name and add it in the description.
Do I have to be good at math to be good at Go?
Nope. Go is more about pattern recognition, strategic thinking, and intuition.