The Immortal Game
Anderssen vs Kieseritzky (1851)
One of the most famous chess games in history, renowned for its brilliant sacrifices and tactical genius.
White
Adolf Anderssen
German chess player known for his brilliant attacking style and tactical ability
Black
Lionel Kieseritzky
Baltic German chess player known for his excellence in giving odds games
Game Moves
Follow this historic game move by move
Game Analysis
Historical Significance
The Immortal Game is one of the most famous chess games in history. It exemplifies the Romantic chess style of the 19th century, emphasizing bold sacrifices and attacking play. The game got its name from Austrian chess player Ernst Falkbeer, who was impressed by Anderssen's brilliant sacrificial play. The game continues to inspire chess players and is often used as a teaching tool to demonstrate the power of tactical combinations and the beauty of sacrifices.