# Egyptian Senet — Ancient Egypt Game of King TUT > Digital adaptation of ancient Egyptian board game Senet, simulating afterlife journey. (iPhone/iPad app by Mohamed Ezzat.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/egyptian-senet/id598710611 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Mohamed Ezzat](https://appshunter.io/developer/598710614) - Category: Games, Education, Board, Card - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 4.50/5 from 133 App Store ratings · 153 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 60 MB - Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 2 more - Released: 2013-02-09 - Data updated: 2026-09-09 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/egyptian-senet/id598710611/reviews.md ## What is Egyptian Senet? Start your mysterious afterlife journey to pass through the underworld realm of Osiris The Favorite Game Of The Pharaoh Tutankhamun. The Artifact Of The World's Oldest Board Game Found In King Tut's Tomb, Beside The Golden Coffin & Sarcophagus. ====== Awards ====== ◆ 1st Winner Of Egypt e-Content Award 2013. ◆ Silver Winner in 2013 W3 Awards. ◆ 3rd Winner Of Gaming Egypt Contest 2012 organized by iTi. ◆ Nominated for the World Summit Award 2013 in e-Entertainment & Games from Egypt. ◆ Nominated for Top 20 Mobile Apps in Mobily KSA Developers Award 2014. After performing opening of the mouth ceremony on your mummy by Anubis, you start your afterlife journey protected by Eye of Horus(Wadjet) to pass through the underworld realm of Osiris, challenging an invisible adversary inside an Egyptian hidden tomb in The Valley of the Queens located near the better known Valley of the Kings, on the west bank of the Nile river across from Thebes (Luxor) Senet is a board game from predynastic and ancient Egypt, it is the earliest known record of a backgammon , checkers and chess like games. The oldest hieroglyph representing a Senet game dates to around 3500 BC.The full name of the game in Egyptian was meaning "The game of passing". Games have been around for thousands of years, but none are older than the ancient game of Senet, invented by the Egyptians roughly 3500 or 5000 years ago. It is believed that this two-player board game originated as a popular form of recreation with both royalty and peasantry. But by the mid-13th century BC, Senet had evolved into a more religious ritual. Some depictions from this time period forward show the game being played not by two people, but rather as a deceased player competing against an invisible adversary, interpreted by some to symbolize the deceased players own soul. The board has become a metaphor for the afterlife with pawns moving across the board just as a soul moves through layers of the netherworld after death. Reaching the final space and leaving the board is the goal of the game, just as reaching Horus and leaving the netherworld was the goal for the Egyptians after their death for attaining rebirth with the gods Isis & Osiris, Sekhmet & Bastet holding the Egyptian Ankh or the papyrus scepter. The game board consists of 30 squares or slots, arranged in 3 horizontal rows of 10. Pawns move from left to right through row 1, then drop down and move from right to left through row 2. Dropping down again, pawns move from left to right along row 3 and finally, off the board. The game uses the rules of timothy kendall in his game, Passing Through the Netherworld :The Meaning and Play of Senet,an Ancient Egyptian Funerary Game. The game includes five special squares, governed by their own rules, each containing a hieroglyphic. Square 15 is the House of Rebirth; square 26 is the House of Beauty; square 27 is the House of Water: square 28 is the House of the 3 Truths; square 29 is the House of 2 Truths; and square 30, the last, is the House of Horus,the Egyptian falcon-god and lord of the sky. Egyptian Senet is a pharaonic challenging game that combines luck,strategy,and magic features authentic photos of ancient Egyptian temples,plus artistically crafted graphics and animation of an ancient stone game board and pieces,set in an echoing,tomb-like chamber.Ritualistic music plus sound effects of stone pieces moving recreate the atmosphere of predynastic Egypt.The App's Icon shows the Egyptian Queen Nefertari playing Senet in her tomb,she was the great wife of the pharaoh Ramesses II(Ramses)Rio. Also many Egyptian Queens have a similar photos playing Senet such as Cleopatra,Nefertiti the great royal wife of Akhenaten,and the Queen Hatshepsut the wife of Thutmose II. Recommended for everyone interested in Egyptology, Archeology, and Mummification. Supported Languages: (English Arabic French Spanish German Italian Dutch Russian Japanese Korean Chinese Portuguese-Brazil). ## Key features - Ancient Egyptian board game simulation - Journey through the underworld realm of Osiris - Recreation of the world's oldest board game - Features special hieroglyphic squares with unique rules - Based on Timothy Kendall's interpretation of Senet rules ## What do users think of Egyptian Senet? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 👍 Easy to learn and pick up quickly - 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visual design - 🎵 Atmospheric Egyptian music and sound effects - 📚 Great educational value about ancient history - 🧠 Engaging strategic gameplay - ⚡ Smooth gameplay and performance - 🎮 Good replay value and addictive - 🔧 Customizable options (music/hints toggle) - 👥 Two-player mode available - 💰 Worth the cost **Cons** - 🎲 Biased random number generator favoring AI - ⏱️ Slow gameplay with unnecessary delays - 😤 Unfair difficulty scaling based on rolls - 🎬 Annoying pop-up screens and animations - 🎯 Difficult to select pieces in back rows - 📏 Board perspective makes gameplay awkward - 🔄 Forced rolls when no moves available - ⚠️ Inconsistent developer responses to feedback - 🎪 Lengthy animations between turns - 😠 Immediate 'loser' message on defeat **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes and blank white screen on restart - Pieces unresponsive when blocked by other pieces - Game locks up with no way to exit - Long pauses with unresponsive touch screen - Occasional piece movement failures **Most requested features** - Online multiplayer/asynchronous play - Win/loss statistics tracking - Adjustable board perspective/tilt - Undo move option - Faster roll animations - Skip turn when no moves available - Alternative rule sets as options - Game history/statistics counter - Removal of arbitrary micro-pauses - More detailed rules explanation ## Recent user reviews (10 of 153) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/egyptian-senet/id598710611/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Excelente, mas apela demais! *2025-10-30* O jogo é o melhor que tem, mas o adversário (computador) quando jogamos no modo faraó, apela demais! O computador tira o 5, 4 ou 1 várias vezes seguidas e repetidamente. Poderiam equilibrar mais a partida. ### 5/5 — Senet what a great game *2025-06-10* If you want to learn how to play Senet, game of the pharaohs, this is the best way. This is perfectly scripted so even beginners who don’t know how to play will pick it up quickly. Massive thanks to the developers who worked on this app. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for your awesome review. ### 5/5 — Fun and challenging *2025-04-12, version 1.1.0* I discovered Senet playing Tomb Raider Remastered and wanted to play some more. This is great. I think the balance between offense and defense to win the race is very interesting. Nice implementation here. ### 3/5 — Zufallsgenerator mit Macke im 2 Personen Spiel *2023-11-17* Spiel ist klasse und würde 5 Sterne bekommen. Leider läuft der Zufallsgenerator im 2 Personen Spiel nicht gut. Der zweite Spieler bekommt aktuell nur viele Würfe mit der Zahl 2. Haben es schon ist Neustart probiert, leider immer noch 2en. ### 5/5 — Genau wie Am Brett! *2023-10-21* Wir haben selbst auch ein Senetbrett und haben hier sogar noch zwei Spielsteine mehr, anstelle der fünf Spielsteine. Auch ich möchte hiermit konkret sagen: Lasst diese Regeln im Spiel mit 7 Spielsteinen. So ist es noch eine ganze Ecke spannender;-) Vielleicht könnt ihr ja noch das königliche Spiel von Ur, sowie Hunde und Schakale hinzufügen. Ebenfalls sehr schöne Brettspiele aus der Antike! ☺️ **Developer response:** Thank you so much for your awesome review. ### 1/5 — Really fun, but... *2023-09-30* This is a totally awesome game...until it isn't. I've played it for several months, but finally got so frustrated I have given up on it. My biggest problem is with the app's random number generator. It isn't so random. The, "opponent" will get multiple rolls within a turn, but, "Player 1" rarely does. Many times I've removed all but one piece when the app has removed only one or two and, because of the, "luck" of the rolls, I end up losing. Another thing that's upsetting is that, having lost a game, the app IMMEDIATELY tells me I'm a, "LOSER". But, on the rare occasions I've won, it takes its own sweet time telling me I've won. I would love to see these issues addressed, but I doubt I ever will, because I removed this app from ALL my devices. Also, take not of the developers' responses to reviews: they're always the same, and NEVER to a less than stellar review. What an arrogant attitude. Good luck. ### 5/5 — Good game *2023-06-16* In Kemet (ancient Egypt) this game was played daily and the individual who won was favored by the gods and were given good luck as a sign of it but if the gods were unhappy with an individual and they had something in life to work on for that day they’d lose the game. I play this game daily and when I lose I make changes to benefit my heart (I.e. clean my room, wash dishes, reach out to a friend, etc..) ### 5/5 — Fun! *2023-06-01, version 1.1.0* Egyptian Senet is a fun game! Best to read the directions first and then try your first game to get the hang of it, once you understand the basic rules it’s pretty easy to catch on. Try it out! ### 5/5 — A Gem 💎💎💎 *2023-05-03, version 1.1.0* If you're looking for a game that combines history, strategy, and fun, look no further than Senet! The game is easy to learn, but difficult to master, making it perfect for players of all skill levels. This adaptation of Senet is fantastic, very addictive , a true Gem that will provide hours of entertainment. Whether you're a history buff or a strategy game enthusiast, you won't be disappointed with Senet! ### 5/5 — A new game to me *2023-04-09, version 1.1.0* Excellent new game to learn. A lot of fun. Somewhat (ish) like backgammon. ## Frequently asked questions about Egyptian Senet ### What is Egyptian Senet? Egyptian Senet is a digital adaptation of one of the world's oldest known board games, originating from ancient Egypt. It simulates a journey through the Egyptian underworld, where players move pawns across a 30-square board, aiming to reach the final space for rebirth. ### What are the key features of this app? The app features a faithful recreation of the ancient Senet board game, set within the context of an Egyptian afterlife journey. It includes special squares with unique hieroglyphic rules and follows the game rules as interpreted by Timothy Kendall, offering a historically informed strategic experience. ### How much does Egyptian Senet cost? This application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, allowing for an uninterrupted gameplay experience. ### What is the goal of the game? The primary goal of Senet is to move all of your pawns across the 30 squares of the board and off it before your opponent. In the context of the afterlife journey, reaching the final space symbolizes the soul's successful passage through the netherworld and attainment of rebirth. ### Who is this game for? This game is designed for players who are interested in ancient history, particularly ancient Egypt, and enjoy strategy board games. It appeals to those who appreciate historical accuracy and unique gameplay mechanics rooted in mythology and ancient rituals. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.0 — 2021-05-24 + Added Support For Latest iOS, and Enhanced Devices Compatibility. ### 1.0.8 — 2015-07-31 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. + Added Difficulty levels + Added Transition Photos + Added Settings Menu + Added Option to turn off animation of the scarab + Added Graphics Effects. + Added New SFX + Optimized Tapping ### 1.0.4 — 2014-03-10 - Two Players Mode. - Enhanced AI. - Pawns Flashing Option. - Separated Music/SFX Options. - Support for 12 Languages. - Enhanced Rules Text Viewer. ### 1.0.3 — 2013-07-29 - New icon. - Minor bug fixes. ### 1.0.2 — 2013-05-06 Bug fixes ## Apps similar to Egyptian Senet | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Rizz Up! - Party Game, Rizz AI](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rizz-up-party-game-rizz-ai/id6740150079) | 4.6 (40) | Free | Games | | [Wood Block Brain Puzzle Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wood-block-brain-puzzle-game/id1476130249) | 5.0 (5) | Free | Games | | [Blocks Blast: Win Real Money](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocks-blast-win-real-money/id6476839947) | 4.3 (46) | Free | Games | | [Tile Matching Puzzle Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-matching-puzzle-game/id6499280187) | — | Free | Games | | [Senet (AG)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/senet-ag/id1465573570) | 4.2 (115) | Free | Games | | [Sudoku - Numbers Logic Puzzle](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-numbers-logic-puzzle/id6498925866) | 4.9 (19) | Free | Games | ## More apps by Mohamed Ezzat - [Egyptian Senet Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/egyptian-senet-lite/id848475976) - [Age On Date Calculator App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/age-on-date-calculator-app/id1480980043) - [School Age Calculator App 2020](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/school-age-calculator-app-2020/id1485219474) - [zzZ White Noise Sound Machine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zzz-white-noise-sound-machine/id1504437675) All apps by Mohamed Ezzat: https://appshunter.io/developer/598710614 ## Related topics [egyptian senet](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/egyptian-senet) · [egyptian senet lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/egyptian-senet-lite) · [senet an ancient egyptian game](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/senet-an-ancient-egyptian-game) · [triqqy senet](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/triqqy-senet) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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