# Backgammon by George

> Classic backgammon board game for iOS with AI opponents and helpful features. (iPhone/iPad app by Graphics Software Labs.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-by-george/id381986997 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Graphics Software Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/297281788)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Family
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 57 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-07-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-by-george/id381986997/reviews.md

## What is Backgammon by George?

If you liked the popular Windows version of this classic board game, then you must give this iPhone/iPod/iPad version a try.

Play against the AI at four levels of difficulty.  REPLAY the most recent opponent's move. Get a HINT from AI to help you with your next move, or UNDO your most recent move.  ROLL your dice with a shake, or with a single tap.  AUTO COMPLETE a move with a single tap on your stone.

Use the SETTINGS menu to select board style, enable or disable sounds, control speed of the stone animations, and more.  Use the HELP screens to learn about the game.

A quote from http://www.65cubes.com/windows-shopping-backgammon.html:

"Backgammon, by George is one of those which gambling players consider as an ancient backgammon program... But do not laugh at it. Some of the most successful gambling players confess that they have started humbly by practicing backgammon with Backgammon by George."

Art by Miguel. Programming by George!

## Key features

- Play against AI
- Four difficulty levels
- Replay opponent's move
- Get AI hints
- Undo moves
- Shake or tap to roll dice
- Auto-complete moves

## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-by-george/id381986997/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Wie so oft...

*2021-01-27, version 2.03*

...fragt man sich, warum im ”hardest”-Modus der Würfelalgorithmus immer genau die benötigten Zahlen ergibt. Der Rest ist eher uninteressant und langweilig.

### 5/5 — Very fun

*2020-10-22*

Great game

### 1/5 — The worst program for gambling.

*2020-10-08, version 2.03*

It gives only unwanted numbers to user and only the most wanted numbers to computer. So, you dont have any chance to win.
Its waste if time to download this application.

### 2/5 — Ok game

*2019-09-17, version 2.03*

Dice rolls are very unfair.  Ai always rolls what is needed to win or land on unprotected stones.

### 2/5 — Not random rolls

*2018-05-28, version 2.03*

I was enjoying this game on the Medium level, but once I stepped up to the Hard level it became apparent that the rolls were not random. The AI gets the roll it needs WAY too often. I don’t understand why game designers think this makes the game more enjoyable-it doesn’t. It just makes it more frustrating, causing me to delete the app.  This means I won’t be watching any more of the ads. Fairly counterproductive, in my opinion.

### 4/5 — Uses a nonrandom number generator function

*2017-09-13, version 2.03*

Be prepared for this app to 'cheat' on the "expert" level through non-random dice-rolling output, both for itself as well as the opponent (you) - not just occasionally, but consistently. It's an intensely well-done, fun (and simultaneously irritating) app.

### 5/5 — Best backgammon game ever

*2017-09-04, version 2.03*

I love this game. The speed and the strategy are on point. Everyone should download and play!

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2017-05-15, version 2.03*

Addictive. Loved it on my laptop, great to have it on my phone now.

### 5/5 — great graphics

*2017-04-20, version 2.03*

the AI on this game is great and the varying levels of difficulty are challenging to beat

### 5/5 — Still not working

*2017-04-01, version 2.0*

Had same problem as previous poster. Advise from App developer said, delete and re-download. Worked perfectly. Glad to have this old friend back!

## Frequently asked questions about Backgammon by George

### What is Backgammon by George?

Backgammon by George is a mobile application that brings the classic board game of backgammon to your iPhone, iPod, or iPad. It allows you to play against an artificial intelligence opponent with varying levels of difficulty.

### What are the key features of this backgammon app?

The app offers AI opponents at four difficulty levels, the ability to replay an opponent's last move, receive hints for your next move, and undo your own moves. You can also roll dice by shaking your device or tapping, and auto-complete moves with a single tap.

### How much does Backgammon by George cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase for the full experience.

### What devices is Backgammon by George compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone, iPod, and iPad devices. It offers customization options through its settings menu, including board style, sound control, and animation speed.

### Who would enjoy playing Backgammon by George?

This app is ideal for individuals who enjoy the traditional backgammon board game. It's suitable for both casual players looking for a quick game and more serious players who wish to practice and improve their skills against a challenging AI.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.03 — 2017-04-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fix.  Both the player and the AI should now get the correct distribution of all possible dice rolls.

### 2.0 — 2017-03-30

App has been rebuilt with XCode 8 to make it compatible with iOS 8.0 and later.

### 1.01 — 2010-08-04

A bug was fixed, so now one can properly change the stone speed; doubling is done correctly, and the AI is slightly smarter at the highest level of difficulty.

### 1.0 — 2010-07-20

No release notes.

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