# Dark Chess - The Way of Kings

> Chinese Dark Chess game with smart AI opponent for aspiring kings. (iPhone/iPad app by Chuanming Chang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dark-chess-the-way-of-kings/id1131654788 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chuanming Chang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1001571025)
- Category: Games, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 49 MB
- Languages: Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2016-10-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dark-chess-the-way-of-kings/id1131654788/reviews.md

## What is Dark Chess?

If you like to play Chinese Dark Chess, you have to try this APP.
If you want to become the king of Chinese Dark Chess world, you can’t miss this APP.
This APP has smart AI inside.
You can enjoy it everyday.
Let’s see how soon you can become the Chinese Dark Chess King.

## Key features

- Chinese Dark Chess gameplay
- Smart AI opponent
- Daily play option
- Progress tracking to become king

## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dark-chess-the-way-of-kings/id1131654788/reviews.md

### 1/5 — 將旁邊絕對是兵

*2025-04-19, version 2.0.1*

帥旁邊絕對是卒

### 1/5 — Hating this game most

*2024-10-13*

I keep dieing I hate this game

### 1/5 — 設計有問題

*2024-08-30, version 2.0.1*

玩家運氣差，跟本贏不了！

### 1/5 — 爛遊戲

*2024-08-24, version 2.0.1*

垃圾

### 1/5 — 次等公民強迫看廣告症

*2023-06-19, version 2.0.1*

免費提供強迫看廣告症狀。

### 1/5 — 骯髒的設計

*2022-09-24, version 2.0.1*

垃圾

### 1/5 — 垃圾遊戲

*2022-06-21, version 2.0.1*

爛遊戲

### 1/5 — 爛！相信我！

*2022-04-08, version 2.0.1*

電腦作弊也就算了，就當增加難度。
最無恥的是改版之後，直接置入廣告在遊戲畫面中，根本爛透了！

### 1/5 — 爛透了

*2021-10-15, version 2.0.0*

TMD擺明作弊，將帥旁必有兵卒，士仕必備炮包飛山吃掉

### 1/5 — 爛遊戲，根本是被設計過的

*2021-08-10, version 2.0.0*

什麼爛遊戲！將帥旁邊一定是兵卒，士/仕一定會被炮吃掉，根本是遊戲設計不良！

## Frequently asked questions about Dark Chess

### What is Dark Chess?

Dark Chess, also known as Chinese Dark Chess or Liu Xiang Qi, is a variant of Xiangqi (Chinese Chess). It introduces an element of hidden information, where pieces are placed face down and their identity is revealed only when they move or are attacked.

### Can I play Dark Chess offline?

The provided information does not specify if Dark Chess can be played offline. However, the presence of an AI opponent suggests that offline play might be possible.

### How does the AI in Dark Chess work?

Dark Chess features a smart AI designed to provide a challenging opponent. The description highlights its intelligence, aiming to help players improve and become the 'king' of the game.

### What devices is Dark Chess available on?

Dark Chess is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Dark Chess?

Dark Chess has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

### How often is Dark Chess updated?

The latest version of Dark Chess was released on March 8, 2022. The update frequency is not explicitly stated, but the app has been available since 2016.

### What are the in-app purchases in Dark Chess?

The app is free to download and play, but it does include in-app purchases. Specific details about what these purchases entail are not provided in the description.

### What do users like about Dark Chess?

Based on the limited ratings, users seem to appreciate the game's strategic depth and the challenge presented by the AI. The app aims to help players become the 'king' of Chinese Dark Chess.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2022-03-08

1. Modify some UI designs
2. Fix some minor bugs

### 2.0.0 — 2018-02-27

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

1. Modify some UI designs
2. Fix minor bugs

### 1.9.1 — 2017-11-10

1. Add UI layout for iPhone X
2. Change ads providers

### 1.8.1 — 2017-09-05

1. Modify some UI designs
2. Add ads providers

### 1.6.4 — 2017-06-14

Add portrait mode supported

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All apps by Chuanming Chang: https://appshunter.io/developer/1001571025

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