# Bao Electronic Board Game — Bao: Relax. Strategic thinking > Digital adaptation of the traditional African board game for strategic thinking and enjoyment. (iPhone/iPad app by Charles Mwangi.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bao-electronic-board-game/id1528128431 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Charles Mwangi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1528128433) - Category: Games, Strategy - Price: $0.99 - Rating: 4.90/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 7 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2020-08-22 - Data updated: 2026-08-31 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bao-electronic-board-game/id1528128431/reviews.md ## What is Bao Electronic Board Game? Bao Game helps in developing strategic thinking skills in an enjoyable way. The game also provides fun, enjoyment, social interactions and relaxation. It is one the most interesting, enjoyable, fascinating and challenging games. New special Learn-mode in this game makes it very easy to learn. Please get your copy now. The game has inbuilt “Learn” mode, available by selecting Menu > Preferences > Level > Learn. Available moves are highlighted in pink for user to choose from and play. Learn mode makes Bao game easy to learn, enjoy and develop strategic thinking skills. Word “WIN” is displayed on the winning side. To Restart the game, click Menu > Restart or click button labeled “X” on the game board display. The user may play against human or computer, allowing for fast learning, and enjoyment of this unique game. If play against computer, select level 1, 2, 3 or “Learn” level 3 being most challenging. Select “Menu > Preferences > Level”. Assistance to make a single move is also available; click Menu > Show Move. One may change the move speed of the computer, to either slow, normal or fast. Move speed settings are on “Menu > Preferences”. Beautiful sets of colors are provided for user to select and use for board and seeds. These color options are available on selection of Menu > Preferences. Typically seeds in a Bao game hole would be scattered, however, Bao Electronic Board Game allows the user to view seeds as either scattered, arranged or counted digits per hole. A feature available from Menu > Preferences > Seed Display. Counted seed display, makes it easy for users with small screen size devices to enjoy the game. Menu selection "Help" and "Rules" provides more detailed information assisting the user to learn fast and enjoy the game. This unique game has provided strategic thinking skill, fun, enjoyment and social interactions, in East and Central Africa for hundreds of years, as physical wooden boards with holes curved in wooden boards. Bao boards are also curved directly on the ground or on table tops. Bao boards, seeds or pebbles and some elaborate rules are used in Bao game contests that are enjoyable to players and spectators. Bao game champions are highly esteemed. Bao Electronic Board Games brings Bao game to the digital world. Bao Electronic Board Game does not collect user private information. Please purchase an electronic copy now, enjoy, learn to play and win. Have fun. ## Key features - Strategic thinking development - Learn mode with move highlighting - Play against computer or human - Adjustable computer difficulty - Customizable colors and seed display - In-game help and rules ## Recent user reviews (8 of 8) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bao-electronic-board-game/id1528128431/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Fun *2024-02-28* Great to have an app of this game! Fun to play. However, in the first stage of the game, if I capture on a move and then land in the house when sowing, I should have the option to NOT sow the house, just to end the move there. ### 5/5 — Bao game *2023-12-03* A very awesome app. I would encourage everyone to get it. ### 5/5 — I love Bao! *2022-03-30, version 2.0.1* I love Bao! I play it for fun, very good for sharpening your brain! Great for the culture. ### 5/5 — Mentally stimulating *2021-09-06* Enjoyable yet mentally stimulating . This is a fun game with lots of cultural significance. Great to play with family and friends ! ### 1/5 — Bao *2021-05-01* It’s not really bao game. Especially nyumba is considered as a normal pit. ### 5/5 — Good game for the the price. *2020-10-05* I have been playing this game every day since I downloaded it and I can recommend it to anybody who is into sharpening their brain. It entertaining too. ### 5/5 — A Mental skills training game!! *2020-09-23* This is a very interesting game. Apart from being entertaining, it also helps to develop strategic mental skills like analysis and quick thinking and decision making. I highly recommend the game to friends and family. ### 5/5 — A great game *2020-09-13* Very entertaining and easy to understand. A great family past time activity ## Frequently asked questions about Bao Electronic Board Game ### How do I learn to play Bao Electronic Board Game? Bao Electronic Board Game features an inbuilt 'Learn' mode. Access it via Menu > Preferences > Level > Learn. Available moves will be highlighted in pink to guide your gameplay. ### Can I play Bao Electronic Board Game offline? Yes, Bao Electronic Board Game can be played offline. You can play against the computer at various difficulty levels or against another human player on the same device. ### What are the difficulty levels in Bao Electronic Board Game? When playing against the computer, you can select levels 1, 2, or 3, with level 3 being the most challenging. There is also a dedicated 'Learn' level. ### Does Bao Electronic Board Game have ads? No, Bao Electronic Board Game does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an uninterrupted gaming experience. ### How much does Bao Electronic Board Game cost? Bao Electronic Board Game is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. ### What devices is Bao Electronic Board Game compatible with? Bao Electronic Board Game is compatible with Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### How often is Bao Electronic Board Game updated? The latest version, 2.0.1, was released on May 7, 2021. Updates typically include bug fixes and performance improvements. ### What is the user sentiment for Bao Electronic Board Game? Users have rated Bao Electronic Board Game highly, with an average of 4.9 stars from 8 ratings, indicating a very positive reception. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 2.0.1 — 2021-05-07 Introduced "Learn" mode under Menu>Preferences>Level, that makes it easier to learn Bao game. Game start line basic "Nyumba" rules adopted. ### 1.0 — 2020-08-22 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Bao Electronic Board Game | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Ô Ăn Quan Retrobyte](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/o-an-quan-retrobyte/id6748018365) | — | $0.99 | Games | | [Arimaa Trainer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arimaa-trainer/id378290829) | 4.1 (8) | $0.99 | Games | | [Konane](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/konane/id541390710) | 2.3 (3) | $0.99 | Games | | [Thrive Board Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thrive-board-game/id1528236222) | 5.0 (1) | $1.99 | Games | | [Rotex](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rotex/id813943125) | 5.0 (2) | $0.99 | Games | | [Blither](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blither/id1640511367) | 5.0 (1) | $0.99 | Games | ## More apps by Charles Mwangi - [楽しい作戦バオ宝石ゲーム](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1571831487) All apps by Charles Mwangi: https://appshunter.io/developer/1528128433 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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