Best response to the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense (C55)

1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Nf6 · White to move

What is the best response to the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense (1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Nf6)? White to move. See the top replies ranked by opening theory and real-game results, starting with Ng5.

The main theoretical reply is Ng5, reaching the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Knight Attack.