Which rating has the most fun

So basically I was wondering about at what rating do you get the maximum happiness from chess,
when you really enjoy the game

For me I think it would be just a little more than intermediate like 1700 or maybe just intermediate like 1500

It can't be too high rated because then you get too many draws like the top rated players, and it can't be too low rated because then you always lose, are probably new to the game, and don't understand much

I'm 1900 and bullet is fun but I do play rapid from time to time but I think 1700s have more fun anyways. Not that I don't have fun playing chess anymore as I still do really enjoy it.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this though and your personal enjoyment level at your current rating.

Depends on your definition of "fun"
If "fun" means risky tactics that either sway the game in someone's favor, or blunder the piece, 1700 seems better
If you like wild games with equal chances of winning for both sides, 1300-1500 are better

IMHO it has more to do with player's mindset and attitude than with rating. I believe chess can be fun on any level - and just as well it can lack all fun on any level.

What matters more than your own level is that of your opponents. Everyone wants to win from time to time and, as we can learn from Magnus who wasnt motivated to compete for the WCh title at some point, even winning all the time might turn out boring. So pairing systems, tournaments for certain rating groups,leagues, books and puzzles for different levels all make lot of sense.

There are other motivating aspects too of course, like making progress yourself, helping others making progress, social aspects of a chess club, the common goal of a team, and so on. Your own level of play really isn't the main point.

I imagine it becomes fun when you achieve the master title.

Everything before that is misery.

probably 4000

## The Chess Rating Riddle

In the kingdom of squares, where the bishops glide,
A question arises, let’s take a ride.
Which rating brings joy, which brings despair?
Let’s ponder this puzzle, if you dare!

### What’s Not Fun

Losing to masters, their moves so refined,
Each tactic they wield, a sharp, clever mind.
You sit there in silence, your pieces in plight,
As they dance on the board, a magnificent sight.

Winning against novices, oh what a breeze,
Their blunders and fumbles, they come with such ease.
But where’s the thrill, where’s the spark in the game,
When the victory’s hollow, and the challenge’s the same?

### What’s Left is Fun

But wait! There’s a twist in this chess-loving tale,
A joy that emerges when skill starts to sail.
Winning against elites, what a glorious feat,
Their strategies clash, but you won’t face defeat!

And losing to beginners, oh what a delight,
When the pressure is low, and the stakes feel light.
You laugh with the rook, you dance with the knight,
In this whimsical world, everything feels right.

### Conclusion

So here’s to the ratings, the fun and the strife,
In the game of chess, it’s a colorful life.
Embrace every moment, let the pieces run free,
For the joy of the game is the heart of the spree!

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It's fun to have a performance rating above our own rating.

I really miss the time I was at 1200. It was when I started playing at Lichess.

At this time, the slightest victory brought me happiness and confidence, defeats reinforced my thirst for learning and progress. being weaker than the majority of my opponents was a wonderful time.

Now, I no longer have the pleasure of winning, no more motivation to remain competitive, no longer the desire to progress. just the desire to give and share my passion for chess as much as possible

Quite frankly I enjoyed being 1300 I could blunder my queen and still win.
(Being 2000 is still fun though)