In ‘The Score,’ C. Thi Nguyen argues for living playfully
The Washington Post••entertainment
Key Points:
- A player finds themselves in a difficult chess position, down a pawn and fearing their king will be cornered.
- Initially frustrated by the strict rules, the player soon discovers a surprising move that offers a way out.
- This moment brings both a rush of insight and a sense of freedom, highlighting how constraints can inspire creativity.
- The game’s rules and scoring system create a framework that encourages innovative problem-solving within set limits.
- Without these constraints, the player would lack the motivation to devise such creative strategies.
