Chapter 03 · Beginner · 3 min
Resignation
Resigning is not shameful. Sometimes it simply says: well played, let’s start a fresh one.
Explanation
Giving up is a normal decision in chess.
When a position is completely lost, a player may give up. This avoids playing twenty unnecessary moves when the result is obvious. In serious games, it is even often seen as a mark of respect.
But at first, don't give up too quickly. Beginners miss checkmates, forget queens, and transform winning positions into small accidents. Playing until the end teaches you to defend, to subdue and to recognize real lost positions.
To remember
To give up means to recognize that the position is lost. It's not shameful.
Classic error
Giving up too quickly after a mistake. Beginners often miss opportunities to return.
Player Tip
If you are a beginner, play often until the end. You will learn checkmates, endgames and defensive resources.