# Gomoku - Lite — Relaxing Strategy Board Game

> Relaxing Strategy Board Game (iPhone/iPad app by koji ozono.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku-lite/id6759269332 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [koji ozono](https://appshunter.io/developer/1826482515)
- Category: Games, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2026-02-17
- Data updated: 2026-05-17
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku-lite/id6759269332/reviews.md

## What is Gomoku?

[Rules are Simple]
Played on a 10x10 grid. Black goes first, White second. Players alternate placing stones on the board. The first player to align 5 stones vertically, horizontally, or diagonally wins.

A simple, high-performance Gomoku app stripped of unnecessary frills.
It supports CPU battles equipped with the latest search engine, as well as online matches with players from around the world.

■ 3 Play Modes
 • Online Match (Quick Match): Real-time battles with someone in the world. Start immediately without passwords.
 • CPU Battle: Equipped with a proprietary thinking engine. Choose from 10 difficulty levels to find the perfect strength for you.
 • Two-Player Battle: Share a single device. Instantly enjoy a game across the board with family or friends sitting next to you.

【Main Features】
■ Single Play (CPU Battle)
 • 10 Difficulty Levels: Selectable from Level 1 for beginners to Level 10 for experts.
 • High-Precision Engine: Implements VCT (Victory by Continuous Threat) algorithms in higher levels.
 • Undo Function: Ability to retract moves (Undo).

■ Online Match
 • Random Match: Real-time matching with players worldwide.
 • Ranking Function: Tracks win records and displays a leaderboard.

■ Friend Invite Function
 • Simply send an invite URL via messaging apps to enjoy private matches with specific opponents.
 • Opponents can join directly from a web browser without installing the app.

■ Local Match
 • 2 Player: PvP matches possible by operating one device alternately.

■ UI / Effects
 • Design: Wood grain board design emphasizing visibility.
 • Effects: "Winning Line Stroke" effect where the line glows upon victory.
 • Operation: Supports haptic feedback (vibration) when placing stones.

*Note: The in-app interface is primarily in English.


## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-02-17

No release notes.

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