Maka Purtseladze: Bullet Battler and Nimzo-Larsen Devotee
Player Profile
FIDE International Master Maka Purtseladze, known online as GMaka, is one of the most active bullet specialists on the platform. With thousands of games logged and a peak bullet rating of 2825, they have built a reputation for marathon battles and stubborn resistance. Their preferred battleground is clearly bullet, where they have collected over 3,900 wins and counting.
Strengths and Style
Maka is not afraid to go deep into the endgame. Their games average around 80 moves, and their endgame frequency is among the highest on the site. They also boast a remarkable comeback rate of nearly 87%, often turning lost positions into wins. Their opening repertoire is distinctive: as White they frequently steer the game into the Nimzo-Larsen Attack with 1.b3, while as Black they rely on the solid Caro-Kann Defense.
Fierce Rivalries
No player has faced Maka more than nissou-ach, with more than 700 head-to-head bullet duels. That rivalry has been remarkably close, with nissou-ach holding a slight edge. Against lawandchessgeo, however, Maka has been dominant, winning 138 of 155 encounters. These marathon rivalries help explain Maka's high-volume, high-intensity online presence.
Numbers and Milestones
- Peak bullet rating: 2825 (2025-09-13)
- Longest winning streak: 42 games
- Longest losing streak: 16 games
- Bullet record: 3,942 wins, 4,190 losses, 614 draws
- Favorite openings: Nimzo-Larsen Attack, Caro-Kann Defense, Amar Gambit
A Bullet Marathon Icon
Whether winning a 42-game streak or grinding through a 100-move endgame, Maka Purtseladze embodies the never-say-die spirit of online bullet chess. If you match with GMaka, bring patience, bring coffee, and be ready for a fight that might last longer than your lunch break.