# Gomoku - Professional version — Play chess with AI

> Abstract strategy board game played with stones on a grid to form five in a row. (iPhone/iPad app by Tsan Huang Chen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku-professional-version/id1129488743 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tsan Huang Chen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1090691598)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-07-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku-professional-version/id1129488743/reviews.md

## What is Gomoku?

Gomoku is an abstract strategy board game. Also called Gobang or Five in a Row, it is traditionally played with Go pieces(black and white stones) on a go board. The rule is black plays first if white did not just win, and plays alternate in placing a stone of their color on an empty space. The winner is the first player to get an unbroken row of five stones horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. 

Gomoku- Professional version has four modes to choose : 

  1. you play first.  
  2.computer play first. 
  3.computer v.s. computer 
  4.you play with your friend

## Key features

- Five in a row gameplay
- Play against AI
- Local multiplayer mode
- Computer vs. computer mode
- Multiple play modes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 rewards $1.99 | $1.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Gomoku

### What is Gomoku?

Gomoku, also known as Gobang or Five in a Row, is an abstract strategy board game where the objective is to be the first player to form an unbroken line of five stones horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

### What are the different modes in Gomoku?

Gomoku offers four distinct modes: you play first, computer plays first, computer versus computer, and playing with a friend locally.

### Can I play Gomoku offline?

Yes, Gomoku can be played offline, as it includes modes for playing against the AI or a friend on the same device.

### Does Gomoku have ads?

No, Gomoku does not contain advertisements.

### What devices is Gomoku available on?

Gomoku is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Gomoku updated?

The latest version of Gomoku was released on September 21, 2023, indicating it receives periodic updates.

### What is the age rating for Gomoku?

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

### What do users think of Gomoku?

Based on the available data, Gomoku has received a perfect 5.0-star rating from one review, suggesting a very positive user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0 — 2023-09-21

1. Bugs fixed.
2. Screen size adjustment.
3. Approved performance.
4. In-App purchase.

### 3.2 — 2018-05-01

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

1. modified some of AI rules.
2. some bugs fixed.
3. menu outlet changed.

### 3.0 — 2018-04-25

some bugs fixed.

### 2.0 — 2017-01-13

1. Modify some UI style.
2. Fix bugs.
3. Improve AI thinking speed.

### 1.0 — 2016-07-01

No release notes.

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All apps by Tsan Huang Chen: https://appshunter.io/developer/1090691598

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