Chess Opening Theory/1. e4/1...e5/2. Nc3/2...d6

= Vienna Game =

In the Vienna Game, after the moves 1.e4 e5 2.Nc3, Black has several options to choose from. One of them is 2...d6. This move is similar to the Philidor Defense if White developed the other knight. However, against the Vienna Game, it is simply not good. Part of this is simply that the next opening moves are easy for White - take the full center with 3.d4.

To elaborate further, 2...d6 is a passive move that does not challenge White's control of the center. It also blocks the f8-bishop, which is an important piece in many openings. This move can be useful in some situations, but it is generally not considered a good choice against the Vienna Game.

'''1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 d6'''