# Gomoku！ — Five in a row

> Classic five-in-a-row strategy board game. (iPhone/iPad app by 晓俊 王.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku/id1481438856 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [晓俊 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1288534610)
- Category: Games, Casual, Board
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.59/5 from 34 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Chinese
- Released: 2019-10-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku/id1481438856/reviews.md

## What is Gomoku！?

Gomoku, Gobang or Five in a Row is a simple board game, it is usually played with Go pieces on a Go board with 19x19 intersections. The rule of this game is very simple (well, actually the current official Gomoku rule is not simple), two players place piece on an empty intersection in turn, the winner is the first player who gets five pieces in a row (next to each other) horizontally, vertically or diagonally.

## Key features

- Five in a row gameplay
- Simple rules
- Strategic depth
- 19x19 board
- Two-player mode

## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku/id1481438856/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great to make you think

*2024-06-03, version 1.0*

AI is hard to beat, but makes you a lot better against real players

### 5/5 — Good

*2024-04-09*

Simple and fun

### 5/5 — 为了解锁

*2023-11-25*

为了解锁难度

### 5/5 — Great!

*2023-11-18, version 1.0*

Great!

### 5/5 — Fun game

*2023-10-01*

It's simple and fun to play

### 5/5 — 是真的吗

*2023-09-20*

解锁最高难度

### 5/5 — 解锁

*2023-07-29*

如题

### 5/5 — Fun!

*2023-05-03*

Cool game. Playing it to learn about AI and it’s really good!

### 5/5 — Great game!!!

*2023-04-23*

Simple an deep at the same time!!!

### 3/5 — I hate it.

*2023-04-13*

Okay, I don’t actually. This game is very entertaining, I just discovered it as a mini game in another game so I downloaded this version for my phone. But I will say it makes me feel like the absolute stupidest person on this planet. I thought I was at least somewhat smart before playing this but now after playing I am sure that I have an IQ of 12. I have only played on the beginner difficulty and have played over 100 games and I still have not beat the bot ONCE. I only play on beginner because I have never really even played this game before downloading it, so of course I don’t know any strategies or anything but still. Isn’t the whole point of a beginner level for it to be designed for people who have not played it? I am insanely stubborn and refuse to give up until I win at least once on my own. I refuse to look up any strategies or advice, because I don’t want it. I just want to beat this game ONE TIME on my own on beginner level. 
P. S. I commend the game for having very unobtrusive ads as they are only 5s ones every 2 games or a 30s one for an extra undo. Very tolerable and not obnoxious.

## Frequently asked questions about Gomoku！

### What is Gomoku!?

Gomoku! is a digital adaptation of the classic board game 'Five in a Row'. Players take turns placing pieces on a 19x19 grid, aiming to be the first to achieve five pieces in a horizontal, vertical, or diagonal line.

### How do you win in Gomoku!?

The objective in Gomoku! is to be the first player to successfully line up five of your pieces consecutively. These lines can be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal on the game board.

### Is Gomoku! free to play?

Yes, Gomoku! is completely free to download and play. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements, offering a pure gaming experience.

### What devices support Gomoku!?

Gomoku! is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating system.

### What is the age rating for Gomoku!?

Gomoku! has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and players of all ages. The gameplay is simple and does not contain any mature content.

### How often is Gomoku! updated?

Gomoku! was last updated on October 16, 2019, with version 1.0. As of now, there have been no subsequent updates listed.

### Does Gomoku! have a multiplayer mode?

Gomoku! is designed for two players to compete against each other. While it doesn't specify online multiplayer, the core gameplay is centered around head-to-head competition.

### What is the user sentiment for Gomoku!?

Gomoku! has received positive feedback, holding a rating of 4.6 stars from 34 ratings. This suggests a generally satisfied user base who appreciate its classic gameplay.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2019-10-16

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*
