# Fanorona for iPad

> Two-player strategy board game focused on capturing opponent's pieces. (iPhone/iPad app by Luigi Fonti.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fanorona-for-ipad/id642363480 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Luigi Fonti](https://appshunter.io/developer/360904185)
- Category: Games, Board, Strategy
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 1.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fanorona-for-ipad/id642363480/reviews.md

## What is Fanorona for iPad?

Fanorona is a two-player board game, originated in Madagascar.

Black and white pieces, twenty-two each, are arranged on all points but the center. 
The objective of the game is to capture all the opponents pieces.
 
The game is a draw if neither player succeeds in this. 
Capturing is done by either approaching or withdrawing from opponent's pieces.

The board consists of lines and intersections, creating a grid with 5 rows and 9 columns, 
subdivided diagonally to form part of the tetrakis square tiling of the plane. 
A line represents the path along which a stone can move during the game. 

There are weak and strong intersections. 
At a weak intersection it is only possible to move a stone horizontally and vertically, 
while on a strong intersection it is also possible to move a stone diagonally. 
A stone can only move from one intersection to an adjacent intersection.

Players alternate turns, starting with White.
A white/black ball near the screen bottom signals the current player...

We distinguish two kinds of moves, non-capturing and capturing moves. 
A non-capturing move is called a paika move.
A paika move consists of moving one stone along a line to an adjacent intersection.

Capturing implies removing one or more pieces of the opponent. 
It can be done in two ways, either (1) by approach or (2) by withdrawal.

An approach is moving the capturing stone to a point adjacent to an opponent stone 
provided that the stone is on the continuation of the capturing stone's movement line.

A withdrawal works analogously to an approach except that the movement is away from the opponent stone.

When an opponent stone is captured, all opponent pieces in line behind that stone 
(as long as there is no interruption by an empty point or an own stone) are captured as well.
If a player can do an approach and a withdrawal at the same time, he has to choose which one he plays.

The game ends when one player captures all stones of the opponent. 
If neither player can achieve this, the game is a draw.

## Key features

- Two-player board game
- Piece capturing mechanics (approach/withdrawal)
- Unique grid board with weak/strong intersections
- Alternating turns
- Draw conditions

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fanorona-for-ipad/id642363480/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Incorrect rules and No AI = waste of $

*2015-03-28, version 1.0*

I was taught each player was supposed to keep moving the aggressive piece each turn if able. So I do not like this version at all.

Also no AI (computer opponents) 

Overall waste of money

## Frequently asked questions about Fanorona for iPad

### What is Fanorona?

Fanorona is a two-player strategy board game that originated in Madagascar. The objective is to capture all of your opponent's pieces by strategically moving your own pieces.

### How do you capture pieces in Fanorona?

Capturing in Fanorona is done by either approaching an opponent's piece or withdrawing from it. When a piece is captured, any subsequent opponent pieces in line behind it are also captured.

### What are the board's intersections like in Fanorona?

The board in Fanorona has both weak and strong intersections. At weak intersections, pieces can only move horizontally and vertically, while at strong intersections, diagonal movement is also possible.

### Can Fanorona be played offline?

Yes, Fanorona is a two-player board game that can be played offline against another person.

### What devices does Fanorona support?

Fanorona is designed for iPads, offering a dedicated experience on Apple's tablet devices.

### How much does Fanorona cost?

Fanorona is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.

### When was Fanorona last updated?

Fanorona was last updated on April 14, 2021, with version 3.0.

### What is the age rating for Fanorona?

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

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 3.0 — 2021-04-14

Upgraded for most recent iOS versions.

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