🎥 Should You Watch Netflix’s The Match?
A Netflix drama about Go sounds almost unreal—but The Match is very real, and it is built around one of the most important rivalries in…
Go Articles
Go Books: Going Deep (10k-4k)
A curated list of Go books to elevate your game from 10k to 4k. Learn deep joseki, fuseki, endgame and positional judgment in this essential Weiqi gui…
Choosing the Right Go Equipment for You – Part 1: Go Stones
From homemade stones to high-end Go sets, explore the variety of materials used for Go Stones to find your own best fit.
How to Spark Your Friend’s Interest in Go
A practical and fun guide to help you inspire friends to explore Go through curiosity, culture, and smart encouragement.
Finding Go Everywhere: An Interview with Mateusz Surma
Mateusz Surma, European Go pro, shares insights from his journey through Asia: Go culture, training methods, and a vibrant youth community.
Honinbo Shusai: The Twilight of an Emperor
Honinbo Shusai: A title of inheritance, or one truly earned? As the last head of the Honinbo school and a respected Meijin, Shusai stood at the crossr…
From Coffeehouse Stones to the World Stage: The Unlikely Rise of Kyrgyzstan’s Go Dynasty
A gripping story of passion, culture, and strategy as Kyrgyzstan’s Go community rises from coffeehouse sketches to global tournaments at Lake Issyk-…
Go’s Greatest Rivals
Go thrives on rivalry—fueling innovation & epic clashes across centuries. Here are 5 legendary rivalries that shaped the game.
How to Think During the Middle Game in Go
Sharpen your midgame Go skills by learning how to assess group safety, attack weak positions, and spot key opportunities on the board.
Two Weeks That Change Go Players: Inside the EGC
From tense tournaments to beer Go nights: what makes EGC Europe's ultimate Go experience? We explore with an attendee's insights.
