Marc Burger (aka Burgito88)
Marc Burger, affectionately known in the chess circles as Burgito88, is not your everyday chess player—he’s a blitz warrior with a penchant for creative and audacious openings like the mysterious Van t Kruijs Opening and the infamous French Defense, proving that he’s as comfortable spicing up his games as he is doggedly grinding out those wins.
Starting from humble beginnings in online chess in 2022 with a modest rapid rating of 402, Marc's journey reads like a thrilling rollercoaster. By mid-2024, he reached a blistering blitz peak rating of 525, and an astonishing monthly peak of 525 in August 2024, showing the tenacity of a warrior who refuses to settle for mediocrity.
With over 9,000 wins in blitz alone and an endurance rivaled only by caffeine-fueled prodigies, Marc’s style reveals both a passion for long, tactical endgames (he averages about 44 moves to a win) and a sometimes questionable tendency to resign early (7.2% early resignation rate). Maybe it's a sign of humility—or maybe he just hates losing more than your average player; either way, he bounces back, boasting a comeback rate of 45.8% and managing to turn the tables impressively after losing a piece (win rate nearly 37.5% post-capture).
Psychological quirks? Oh yes! Marc has a tilt factor of 16, meaning his emotions sometimes spill over the board like an over-excited bishop hopping without a plan. But his preferred battleground is at 7pm, where he shows his best move and highest winning streaks—like a true night owl master sneaking checkmates under the moonlight.
His recent games are a testament to his daring nature: in his latest victory, he orchestrated a thrilling queen raid followed by a relentless attack culminating in checkmate, defeating opponents like nes-92 and stalmaskii with a dazzling combination of tactical precision and a bit of chess flair that only Burgito88 can muster.
Marc is a relentless opponent who loves to challenge both his skills and his nerves, battling through hundreds of games monthly, with a play count of over a thousand in recent months. Despite facing tough losses and tight time scrambles (including some nail-biting time losses), his passion for the game keeps him returning to the board, always ready with a cheeky smirk and a fresh opening surprise.
Whether playing daily, rapid, or bullet, Marc Burger is a chess force to be reckoned with, blending strategy, grit, and a little dash of madness. Watch out on the boards—this Burgito bites back!
Check out his latest triumph here: Victorious Game vs nes-92 (Checkmate)
