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Raw game data from .pgn files is transformed into structured datasets of about 500 games per starting position (480,000 total). KNN clustering, random forest, and gradient boosted trees predict results from selected moves, while the opening phase is modeled by dividing the board into five regions and tracking piece-distribution changes.","Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict Chess960 Result & Develop Opening  \nThemes  \nShreyan Deo  \nDPS Vasant Kunj, Delhi, India  \nNishchal Dwivedi  \nDepartment of Basic Science and Humanities, SVKM’s NMIMS Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management & Engineering, Mumbai, India  \nAbstract  \nThis work focuses on the analysis of Chess 960, also known as Fischer Random Chess, a variant of traditional chess where the starting positions of the pieces are randomized. The study aims to predict the game outcome using machine learning techniques and develop an opening theme for each starting position. The first part ofthe analysis utilizes machine learning models to predict the game result based on certain moves in each position. The methodology involves segregating raw data from .pgn files into usable formats and creating datasets comprising approximately 500 games for each starting position. Three machine learning algorithms- KNN Clustering, Random Forest, and Gradient Boosted Trees- have been used to predict the game outcome. To establish an opening theme, the board is divided into five regions: center, white kingside, white queenside, black kingside, and black queenside. The data from games played by top engines in all 960 positions is used to track the movement of pieces in the opening. By analysing the change in the number of pieces in each region at specific moves, the report predicts the region towards which the game is developing. These models provide valuable insights into predicting game outcomes and understanding the opening theme in Chess 960.  \nKeywords: Chess 960, Fischer Random Chess, machine learning, game outcome prediction, opening theme, KNN Clustering, Neural Networks, Gradient Boosted Trees.  \nNote: Trying to see just by looking at the snapshot of an evolved game how accurately we can predict who will win  \n1. Introduction  \nChess 960, also known as Fischer Random Chess, is a variant of the traditional chess game. It was invented by the former World Chess Champion, Robert Fischer, to introduce more creativity and reduce the impact of opening theory in the game. Chess 960 is played on the same board as regular chess, but the starting positions of the pieces are randomised, providing a different setup for each game. (Gligoric, 2003) The first part of this report uses machine learning to try and predict the game's outcome. The machine learning model uses data from certain moves of each position and tries to predict the result. The importance of Chess 960 lies in its ability to challenge players in new and exciting ways. Traditional chess has a vast opening theory (Sterren, 2009); players  \noften spend significant time memorising and analysing different opening moves. This can sometimes lead to a reliance on memorised lines rather than genuine creative thinking.  \nChess 960 breaks away from this dependency on memorisation. With randomised starting positions, players must rely on understanding chess principles, logical thinking, and strategic planning. This levels the playing field and allows for more level-headed competition. However, there is still a need for a primary starting point for a player, and this report tries to establish that. In the second part of this report, the data of the various games played by top engines in all 960 positions is used to outline how the game progresses in the opening. 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