"good game" at the end of play. We can now enjoy chess with anyone on the planet, whenever we like, any time we like....but ironically this seems to remove the human element from game. How many acknowledge there's even another person on the other end? This isn't about chat vs.chess. ..it's about simply thanking another for taking the time to play against you. right? right. carry on ;)
It depends on the game and whether or not it was in fact enjoyable and/or of a high quality. I am just pleased when my opponent is not rude and does not play tricks (e.g. dozens of draw offers).
Gotta remember not everyone is english and familiar with the phrase.
It is not possible to chat in tournament's games as well.
I rarely say gg don't think it's necessary
I sometimes after an honest well fought game win or lose for me. I sometimes try to make a positive comment to my opponent
So that's what gg means... I now feel enlightened
Some time ago I started playing go online in OGS, and in there it was a very regular thing for players to politely chat during the game, and to discuss the game after it was over, in order to teach/learn and improving the spirit of sportiness and partnership between the users. It actually was the richer part of all, and you had special tools only for the discussion and analysis of variations between the contenders and spectators.
I find it very sad how that is totally uncommon in here, but then again there are players that would gladly do the same. For instance, users like farside or AdmiralA have always had a very supportive and instructive attitude to me after the few games I played against them, which is really inspiring and useful for us weaker players who are learning.
I happen to think that the computer analysis is partially to blame for this unfortunate lack of communication between the players, because after the game is over one can simply see he's mistakes in a very easy way and the best continuation and stuff on the like, but that of course can't replace the discussion with the other player, not to mention it won't create much friendship with anyone.
I find it very sad how that is totally uncommon in here, but then again there are players that would gladly do the same. For instance, users like farside or AdmiralA have always had a very supportive and instructive attitude to me after the few games I played against them, which is really inspiring and useful for us weaker players who are learning.
I happen to think that the computer analysis is partially to blame for this unfortunate lack of communication between the players, because after the game is over one can simply see he's mistakes in a very easy way and the best continuation and stuff on the like, but that of course can't replace the discussion with the other player, not to mention it won't create much friendship with anyone.
Chess specially in bullet/blitz is very aggressive game. Of course, nobody will say GG, because they will be angry for loosing. And they want to punch you. Saying gg to opp is somehow saying you played good, better than men, which is not the case, cuz most of the time in bullet blitz you need to loose 5-8 games in a row and only then saying he is better than me.
I like to chat but I respect the fact that many don't. People here are a lot more polite than on chess.com for instance.
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