Go Magic

🎉 Go Magic May 13x13 Tournament! 🎉 We’re back with another fast and fun 13x13 rapid tournament on OGS. Come play, challenge yourself, and win Go Magic Gift Cards. 🗓️ Saturday, May 30 at 1:00 PM UTC ⏱️ Time control: 6 min + 10 sec per move ⌛ Expected total duration: about 2 hours 🎁 Prizes: 🥇 $100 | 🥈 $80 | 🥉 $60 🏅 Special prize (mutually exclusive with winning): 4 wins: $50 👉 Register + details: https://online-go.com/tournament/140636 Add to your calendar Google: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action=TEMPLATE&dates=20260530T130000Z%2F20260530T150000Z&details=&location=&text=Go%20Magic%2013x13%20May%20 Outlook: https://outlook.live.com/calendar/0/action/compose?allday=false&body=&enddt=2026-05-30T16%3A00%3A00&location=&path=%2Fcalendar%2Faction%2Fcompose&rru=addevent&startdt=2026-05-30T14%3A00%3A00&subject=Go%20Magic%2013x13%20May%20

🔥 Go Variants 🔥 Variants can present you with new interesting situations you wouldn’t normally get into, scratch your brain in a new way, or just provide some crazy fun. 👉 Read the full article here: https://gomagic.org/go-variants/ #gogame #weiqi #baduk #boardgame #articles #MindGame

🔥 Go Magic League Season 11 starts tomorrow! 🔥 Last call if you want to join and get that “reviewer voice in your head” for real. 😅 In the League you get: ✅ Games vs players around your level (1 game per week) 🎓 Lectures for all participants 👀 Game reviews in higher tiers (recordings included) 🌸 Simul game with Mateusz Surma 4p (Learner tier and higher) 🏆 Prizes + friendly community 📅 Starts tomorrow (May 25) 👉 Join + details: Leagoleago.gg/event/tpnqete

Why You Should Join Go Magic League Why the League is beginner-friendly ✅ You play people around your level ✅ Only one game per week ✅ Flexible scheduling ✅ Beginner-friendly first tournament experience But if you want a challenge and to test your skills, you can play a simul game with a professional player! ✨ New feature for this season: a simul game with a pro! Players who purchase the Adept tier will get the chance to play a simul game with Mateusz Surma 4p, the current European Champion. That's why you should to try out the upcoming season 11! What’s in Go Magic League Season 11? 🎓 Lectures for all participants 🎮 Simul game with a pro 👀 Game reviews 🏆 Prizes 🤝 Community 🎮 Format: 5 rounds, 5 weeks (one game per week vs players around your level) 📅 Season starts: May 25 👉 Join now + details: Leagoleago.gg/event/tpnqete If you’ve been waiting for a friendly way to start playing “real” games, this is it.

Kyu Game Review with Marianna Szychowiak 2d 🔥 Join Marianna Szychowiak 2 dan for an insightful review of a game between 4 kyu and 5 kyu players from Go Magic League. Marianna breaks down crucial strategic decisions, highlighting common pitfalls like heavy groups and small moves, and showcasing effective plays. New Go Magic video! 📺 https://youtu.be/I3bAu1ejEKk #GoGame #Baduk #Weiqi #BoardGame

Black to play. There’s no further hint on what to do here. Trust your reading and play the best moves. 🤔 Share your solution in the comments! 👉 More in our free Skill Tree at https://go.gomagic.org/y0VbNh #gogame #weiqi #baduk #goproblems #tsumego #boardgame

Black to play. There’s no further hint on what to do here. Trust your reading and play the best moves. 🤔 Share your solution in the comments! 👉 More in our free Skill Tree at https://go.gomagic.org/y0VbNh #gogame #weiqi #baduk #goproblems #tsumego #boardgame

Real game problem: ✅ Solution In the original game, Black played H12, but there was an even bigger move available. If you posted your idea earlier, go check if your read was right. 👇 Marianna will break down the better choice, show the key variations, and explain why. This position comes from a real game in the Go Magic League. Want to get reviewed by strong players too? Join Go Magic League Season 11 for games, lectures, reviews, and more. 📅 Season starts: May 25 👉 Register + details: https://leago.gg/event/tpnqete #gogame #weiqi #baduk #goproblems #tsumego #boardgame

We hope AI helps you improve your game in the best way. 😅 But don’t forget about real games and Go problems too! #gogame #weiqi #baduk #boardgames #meme #AI #sonyxperia

Real game problem: Black played H12. Can you find a bigger move for Black? Share your best variations in the comments. 👇 We’ll post the solution in 2 days. This position comes from a real game in the Go Magic League, and it was reviewed by one of our teachers. Want strong players to review your games too? Join Go Magic League Season 11: 5 games, lectures, reviews, and more. 📅 Season starts: May 25 👉 Register + details: https://leago.gg/event/tpnqete #gogame #weiqi #baduk #goproblems #tsumego #boardgame

⏰ Friendly reminder: 40% OFF is about end ⏰ Our May Sale is still live if you want a little extra time to sharpen your skills and solve more Go problems more effectively on our site before the summer Go congress and tournament season starts. To help you enjoy learning even more, we’re giving you 40% OFF all memberships and courses. ✅ Promo code: MAY40 ⏳ Valid through May 17 👉 Get the discount here: https://go.gomagic.org/SdOexD

🎉 Ladders course is now fully released! 🎉 Ladders are one of the first things you learn in Go, yet they’re still a common source of mistakes. This course will help you recognize ladders early, read them with confidence and avoid costly ladder traps. In this course, you’ll learn: - ladder breakers and ladder makers - how ladder direction works (and when you can change it) - ladder tricks and traps - how to avoid costly mistakes in ladder situations - Perfect for beginners! 👉 Start catching your opponent: https://gomagic.org/courses/ladders/ #gogame #weiqi #baduk #boardgame #Learning #Course

Is That Move Too Big or Too Slow? 🔥 Is your "big" opening move costing you the game? In Go, the value of a move is relative — constantly changing as you transition from the opening to the intense middle game. New Go Magic video! 📺 https://youtu.be/Ppuj3hhQuDY #GoGame #Baduk #Weiqi #BoardGame

☀️ 40% OFF May Sale, Get Ready for Go Congress Season! ☀️ Summer is almost here, and Go congress season is just around the corner — both in the US and Europe. If you want a little extra time to sharpen your skills, solve more Go problems, and enjoy interactive courses before the tournaments and events start, now’s a great moment to train. To help you prepare, we’re giving you 40% OFF all memberships and courses. ✅ Promo code: MAY40 ⏳ Valid through May 17 👉 Get the discount here: https://go.gomagic.org/SdOexD

Black to play. Play a good shape move in this local position. 🧐 Share your solution in the comments! 👉 More puzzles in our free Skill Tree at https://go.gomagic.org/y0VbNh #gogame #weiqi #baduk #tsumego #goproblems

☀️ Go Magic May 9x9 Tournament! ☀️ Time for a new monthly 9x9 tournament by Go Magic. Fast games, friendly vibes, and Go Magic Gift Cards for prizes. 🗓️ Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM UTC ⏱️ Time control: 5 min + 7 sec per move ⌛ Expected duration: about 1.5 hours 🏆 Prizes (Go Magic Gift Cards): 🥇 1st place: $100 🥈 2nd place: $80 🥉 3rd place: $60 🏅 Special Prizes (mutually exclusive with winning): 6 wins: $50 5 wins: $30 👉 Register and find all the details here: https://online-go.com/tournament/140120 Add to your calendar: Google: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/render?action=TEMPLATE&dates=20260516T130000Z%2F20260516T150000Z&details=&location=&text=Go%20Magic%20May%209x9%20 Outlook: https://outlook.live.com/calendar/0/action/compose?allday=false&body=&enddt=2026-05-16T17%3A00%3A00&location=&path=%2Fcalendar%2Faction%2Fcompose&rru=addevent&startdt=2026-05-16T15%3A00%3A00&subject=Go%20Magic%20May%209x9%20

🔥 Go Magic League Season 11, Registration Is Open! 🔥 Ready for a new season of learning, friendly competition, and fun? The Go Magic League is a great place for beginners and seasoned players to test your skills, meet new friends, and maybe even win some prizes. ✨ New feature: Simul game with a pro! Players who purchase the Adept tier will get the chance to play a simul game with Mateusz Surma 4p, the current European Champion. What else in Season 11? 🎓 Lectures for all participants: This season’s lecturer is Matthew McKee 4d. 👀 Game reviews 🏆 Prizes: Play your games and you might win prizes along the way. 🤝 Community: Slower-paced games, friendly atmosphere, and a great way to make Go friends. 🎮 Format: 5 rounds on OGS (one game per week vs players around your level, scheduled at a comfortable time) 🔥 Go Magic members get discounts! 📅 Season starts: May 25 👉 Register + details: https://leago.gg/event/tpnqete We can’t wait to see your games this season.

How to Invade a Defended Star Point Corner 🔥 We often learn that invading an undefended 4-4 point (aka "Star Point") is straightforward. But what happens when your opponent has already fortified the corner? New Go Magic video! 📺 https://youtu.be/TM1KvNReu88 #GoGame #Baduk #Weiqi #BoardGame

Life and Death Vol. 1 — In Progress ⛩️ We’ve officially finished filming and are currently editing a new beginner-friendly course by Vadim Efimenko 4d! This course will help you stop blundering in simple fights and start reading with confidence. It will cover the basics of tsumego, the most common life and death shapes, and how to make problem solving actually fun. ✅ Best for: 20–13 kyu players 👉 https://gomagic.org/courses/tsumego-vol-1/ Stay tuned, it’s coming soon. #gogame #weiqi #baduk #boardgame

White to play. Choose the best move from the given options. 🧐 Share your solution in the comments! A little bit hard to find the solution? Then our course Typical Mistakes' is perfect for you! 🎋 https://gomagic.org/courses/typical-mistakes/ 👉 Want more puzzles? Tackle a variety of Go problems in our free Skill Tree at https://go.gomagic.org/y0VbNh #gogame #weiqi #baduk #tsumego #goproblems