Chess960 is a chess variant in which the starting position is determined by one of 960 possible arrangements, aiming to reduce the impact of opening memorization.

Key Features

• The bishops start on opposite-colored squares.
• The king is placed between the two rooks.
• Castling is possible, but the destination squares are the same as in classical chess.

Chess960 has become increasingly popular among players looking for an alternative to classical theory, as it encourages creative thinking.