Soviet Era (1960–1990)
High-level strategic and technical masterpieces from the Soviet school — rich middlegame plans, prophylaxis, and world-class technique.
Featured Games
Mikhail Tal vs Mikhail Botvinnik
Moscow 1960 · World Championship, Game 6 · Result: 1-0
Tal unleashes a dynamic kingside attack, illustrating the sharp, tactical side of Soviet chess.
View GameTigran Petrosian vs Boris Spassky
Moscow 1966 · World Championship, Game 10 · Result: 1-0
Petrosian's defensive and prophylactic skills shine, slowly taking over the position.
Anatoly Karpov vs Viktor Korchnoi
Baguio City 1978 · World Championship, Game 32 · Result: 1-0
A tense strategic battle and technical win in one of the most dramatic matches of the era.