This opening is defined by the position shown on the board below. The moves displayed are a typical sequence that leads to it, but different sequences can reach the same position and still carry the same opening name.
Neo-King's Indian: Fianchetto System
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. Nf3 g6 3. g3 Bg7 4. Bg2
This opening is a flexible and solid setup within the King’s Indian Defense framework. White aims to fianchetto the kingside bishop early, reinforcing control over the long diagonal and supporting the center from a distance.
Characteristic: The key feature of the Neo-King’s Indian Fianchetto System is White’s development of the bishop to g2 instead of occupying the center immediately with pawns. This helps White maintain a strong grip on the central dark squares while keeping a compact and resilient position.
Playing Style: From White's perspective, this setup is generally more positional and somewhat defensive, focusing on solid development and control rather than immediate aggression. Black, meanwhile, often adopts a dynamic and attacking stance typical of the King’s Indian Defense, aiming to challenge White’s center and create counterplay.
Center Control: White does not directly attack the center with pawns early on but exerts pressure on the central squares through piece placement, especially the fianchettoed bishop. Black usually tries to contest or undermine the center later in the game.
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