Best response to the Vienna Game (C25)

1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 · Black to move

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What is the best response to the Vienna Game (1. e4 e5 2. Nc3)? Black to move. See the top replies ranked by opening theory and real-game results, starting with Nc6.

The main theoretical reply is Nc6, reaching the Vienna Game: Max Lange Defense.

Ranked replies for Black
Nc6 theory
Bc5 theory
Nf6 theory
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