The Réti – Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack arises after 1.Nf3 d5 2.b3. ECO code: A06.

Overview

This move order combines the Réti Opening and Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack, developing the knight first before fianchettoing the queen's bishop. Aron Nimzowitsch preferred this move order over the direct 1.b3.

Strategic Themes & Plans

White develops the bishop to b2, aiming for long-diagonal pressure and hypermodern central control. The position can transpose into standard Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack lines or develop independently with g3, Bg2 (double fianchetto). Black responds with natural central development—2...Nf6, 2...c5, or 2...Bg4 are all sound choices.