# Gomoku∙5 - line five in a row — Gomoku & Tic-tac-toe games

> Abstract strategy board game of forming five in a row. (iPhone/iPad app by 春 李.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku5-line-five-in-a-row/id525245230 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [春 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/525245233)
- Category: Sports, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 637 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2012-05-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku5-line-five-in-a-row/id525245230/reviews.md

## What is Gomoku∙5?

Gomoku, also called Gobang or FIR(Five in a Row), is an abstract strategy board game. It is traditionally played with black and white stones on a Go board, using 15×15 grid intersections. Players alternate turns placing a stone of their color on an empty intersection. The winner is the first player to form an unbroken chain of five stones horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

Features:
1. Support both human vs. computer mode and human vs. human mode.
2. Support play with friends via iMessage
3. Universal application supporting iPad, iPhone and iPod.
4. Five levels of AI.

Please enjoy it.

## Key features

- Human vs. computer mode
- Human vs. human mode
- Play with friends via iMessage
- Five AI difficulty levels
- Universal app support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gomoku 5 Full Pack | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Gomoku∙5?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 😍 Challenging AI
- 👍 Great multiplayer experience
- 🤩 Addictive gameplay
- 💖 Fun to play with long-distance partners
- 👌 Good game engine
- 💯 Highly recommended

**Cons**

- 😠 Ads after each game
- 💸 In-app purchase not working
- ⏳ Long loading times
- ❓ Lack of tutorial/explanation

**Commonly reported bugs**

- 🐛 Omok on iPhone, Bingo on Apple Watch
- 🐛 Renju rule in-app purchase not functional

**Most requested features**

- Weaker AI opponents
- 9 and 13 grid versions
- Explanation of how to play/tutorial

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gomoku5-line-five-in-a-row/id525245230/reviews.md

### 2/5 — 🥲

*2025-02-13*

분명 아이폰에서는 오목으로 뜨는데 애플워치에서는 빙고로만 떠요.. 저만 이런가요ㅜ😭

### 5/5 — The best game ever

*2024-04-19*

Thonk you for this game

### 4/5 — Hard but fun

*2024-04-14*

I love this game but AI is so hard to beat😍

### 5/5 — 感谢制作者

*2024-03-02*

Had a great time playing this game with my long-distance boyfriend via iMessage.
和男友异地，我们通过iMessage一起玩这个游戏，非常开心。

### 5/5 — Check

*2023-05-13*

Do you have weaker  appornents

### 1/5 — It’s not an ad free game.

*2023-03-30*

There was an ad after each fame.

### 1/5 — AI too easy

*2021-12-16*

Not fun

### 5/5 — 不错👌👌👌👌👌。

*2021-09-15*

我想给做这地图的人一个将里。🌈。瞧这就是我心中要给你的将里💕

### 1/5 — Renju rule doesn’t work

*2021-05-29*

I paid $2.99 in-app purchase for Renju rule, have it selected, but it’s exactly the same. Ate my money

### 2/5 — Long While to Load

*2021-02-26*

When a game is sent by another player, the image takes a long while to load and be tap-caple for that next player to play. Took some time to load on both phones. Playing between iPhone SE and iPhone 12 Pro Max.

## Frequently asked questions about Gomoku∙5

### What is Gomoku∙5?

Gomoku∙5 is a digital version of the abstract strategy board game Gomoku, also known as Gobang or Five in a Row. The objective is to be the first player to form an unbroken chain of five of your stones horizontally, vertically, or diagonally on a 15x15 grid.

### What game modes are available?

The app supports multiple game modes. You can play against a computer opponent with five different AI difficulty levels, or challenge another human player on the same device. It also allows you to play with friends directly through iMessage.

### Is this app free to download?

Yes, the app is free to download. However, it does contain advertisements and offers in-app purchases, which may provide additional features or remove ads.

### What devices is Gomoku∙5 compatible with?

Gomoku∙5 is a universal application, meaning it is designed to work seamlessly on various Apple devices including iPads, iPhones, and iPods. You can enjoy the game regardless of the specific device you own.

### Who would enjoy playing Gomoku∙5?

This app is ideal for individuals who appreciate classic board games and strategic thinking. It's perfect for casual play, challenging yourself against AI, or connecting with friends for a competitive match.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.07 — 2024-02-03

Fixed a few minor issues.

### 4.06 — 2024-01-07

Fixed a few bugs.

### 4.05 — 2023-10-17

1. Updated to iOS 17.
2. Fixed a few known issues.

### 4.04 — 2023-02-27

Optimized for iOS16.
Fixed bugs.

### 4.03 — 2022-06-02

Optimized battle UI with iMessage Extension.

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