# Chess Encounter: Gomoku — One chess game one encounter > One chess game one encounter (iPhone/iPad app by Beijing Boshujia Technology Co., Ltd.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-encounter-gomoku/id6791982624 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Beijing Boshujia Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1666207574) - Category: Games, Entertainment - Price: Free - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 76 MB - Languages: American English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) - Released: 2026-07-22 - Data updated: 2026-09-03 - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-encounter-gomoku/id6791982624/reviews.md ## What is Chess Encounter? Chess Encounter (Royal Gomoku) is a calm, cozy Gomoku app with an East Asian aesthetic. One Game, One Encounter. Open the app after a long day, finish a game or two without fuss, then unwind. 【Core Gameplay】 • vs AI: Take on Royal AI across three tiers—First Meet, Even Match, and Clash—from beginner to advanced • Same-device PvP: Play face-to-face with a friend, passing one phone back and forth • Flexible setup: Choose board size, who goes first, and match preferences 【Records & Replays】 • Match history saved automatically • Review full game records and step through replays to relive key moves 【Progress & Collection】 • Levels, XP, and titles to mark your journey • Earn coins to unlock board themes and cosmetic looks • Coins are appearance-only—they do not affect AI strength, undos, or match fairness 【Daily Challenge】 • Small daily goals with rewards for completing them 【Thoughtful Design】 • East Asian–inspired UI with a board that stays clear and readable • Place a stone, undo, or play again—main actions in three taps or fewer • Supports 简体中文, 繁體中文, English, 日本語, and 한국어 【Account & Sync】 • Sign in with Apple to enter the app • Nickname, avatar, and some save data can sync across your Apple devices via iCloud 【Our Promise】 • Free to play, no pushy in-app purchases • No selling win rates, extra undos, or other gameplay advantages • Fair matches—progression affects display and cosmetics only Great for Gomoku fans, anyone who wants a quiet break after work, parents playing with kids on one device, and lovers of board games with a calm vibe. Download Chess Encounter. Tonight, play two quiet games. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: http://www.jdarray.com/privacy/privacy.html ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.6 — 2026-08-27 What’s New Thank you for your continued support. This update focuses on smoother gameplay, clearer local two-player interactions, and improved controls for larger boards. - Smoother gameplay Move responsiveness and board performance have been optimized to reduce waiting and input delay. Even as more stones are placed on the board, matches remain smooth and responsive. - Clearer local two-player matches Turn indicators and interaction feedback have been improved, making it easier for both players to see whose turn it is and reducing accidental moves during face-to-face play. - Improved large-board zoom controls Zooming, panning, and zooming out have been refined for both 15×15 and 21×21 boards. When the board is scaled back close to its normal size, it will automatically recenter and reset its position for easier viewing and play. - Improved match and audio experience A new “Back to Menu” option is now available after a match, so you can choose to play again or leave the current game. Background music and volume status notifications have also been improved, along with fixes for several known issues to enhance overall stability. Enjoy two more quiet games. ### 1.5 — 2026-08-04 What’s New AI Improvements * Improved the Beginner AI’s basic offense and defense to reduce random-looking moves and create a more natural experience for new players. Local Multiplayer Updates * Added per-move timers with Unlimited, 15-second, and 60-second options. * Improved turn handoff and rapid-tap protection to reduce accidental and consecutive moves. * Redesigned the countdown display to make the active turn and remaining time easier to see. * Fixed an issue where a full board did not end correctly; draws are now handled properly. Match History and Replays * Restored and improved local multiplayer match history and game replays. * Timed-out matches now show the reason at the end of the replay. * Refined match history labels and replay presentation. Experience and Stability * Fixed an issue where some local multiplayer records could be removed incorrectly. * Improved board interaction and reduced unnecessary layout updates. Thank you for your support. Take a quiet moment and enjoy another game. ### 1.4 — 2026-08-03 What’s New Thank you for your continued support. This update focuses on move feedback, AI match pacing, and a smoother path into each game. - Improved move animations: stones now respond faster, with smoother and more natural animation transitions. - Faster response at the “Clash” difficulty: AI thinking time has been reduced for a tighter match pace. - Improved AI behavior: fixed an issue where the AI could occasionally ignore player threats instead of defending, resulting in more balanced attack-and-defense play. - Streamlined match setup: after choosing a mode on the home screen, you can now reach the match settings more quickly. Come enjoy two more quiet games. ### 1.3 — 2026-07-28 What’s New Thank you for your continued support. This update focuses on board controls, volume notifications, update reminders, and overall match flow, making each game smoother, quieter, and less disruptive. Silent Mode and Volume Notifications Background music now properly respects your device’s silent mode and will remain muted when silent mode is enabled. Lightweight notifications now appear when you use the side volume buttons after entering the main screen or adjust the background music volume in Settings. Audio session reconfiguration has also been reduced to help prevent stuttering while adjusting volume. Version Update Reminder The app now checks the App Store for a newer version after the home screen appears. When an update is available, a prompt will be shown with the option to be reminded later. Update prompts will not interrupt active matches or replays and will appear after they finish. Settings Improvements The version number is now read directly from the installed app bundle, ensuring that the displayed version is always accurate. Improved 15×15 Board Controls The 15×15 board now supports precise placement with a long-press magnifier, pinch-to-zoom, drag-to-pan, and double-tap reset. A new tutorial has been added to help players quickly learn these larger-board controls. Touch handling during zooming has also been improved to reduce accidental taps on controls such as Undo. Challenge Setup and Match Start Improvements The Start Challenge button has been repositioned, and a clearer board-size selection section has been added. The transition into a match has been improved to reduce white edges and layout shifts. An issue that could still start a match after returning to the previous screen has also been fixed. Match Interface Improvements When the board is enlarged, it can now naturally cover the bottom “Play Again” and “Undo” area, keeping the focus on the board and reducing visual obstruction. Stability and Detail Fixes Improved update prompt overlays, delayed update prompts during matches, accidental-touch prevention while zooming, volume notifications, and match-start cancellation logic for better overall stability. This update continues to follow the idea of “two quiet games”: prioritizing the board, keeping notifications lightweight, and reducing interruptions so every match feels more focused and comfortable. ### 1.2 — 2026-07-27 What’s New Thank you for your support! This update brings major improvements to gameplay, controls, and audio for a smoother and more immersive Gomoku experience. New Music & Sound Effects Added three original background music tracks that automatically switch between the login screen, home screen, and gameplay. Added separate stone placement sound effects for black and white pieces to enhance immersion. Enhanced 21×21 Board Experience Added a magnifier for precise stone placement with support for pinch-to-zoom, drag, and double-tap to reset. Improved magnifier behavior to avoid finger obstruction and increase placement accuracy. Added an interactive tutorial for the 21×21 board. Improved Face-to-Face Mode Added a landscape guide for local face-to-face matches. Optimized the landscape layout and onboarding experience. AI & Gameplay Improvements Refined AI difficulty progression and reward balance. Expanded Daily Challenges with more gameplay objectives. Improved game rules and move logic, and fixed issues in special gameplay scenarios. System & Experience Improvements Optimized the login screen layout and interaction. Improved haptic feedback, replay controls, silent mode reminders, and Settings. Fixed various known issues and enhanced overall stability and performance. Thank you for playing. We hope you enjoy every match and every memorable moment on the board. ## More apps by Beijing Boshujia Technology Co., Ltd - [小嘉出行](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6446195236) - [LoopRing Alarm](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loopring-alarm/id6760759917) - [仓位家](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6764753800) - [Bubble Pop Bang](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-pop-bang/id6766777597) - [扯皮大战](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6772680042) - [XiaoJia Countdown](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xiaojia-countdown/id6772742379) All apps by Beijing Boshujia Technology Co., Ltd: https://appshunter.io/developer/1666207574 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-03.*