# iGoban > Digital Go board simulation for authentic gameplay on iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by FIVESTAR INTERACTIVE INC..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igoban/id411817816 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [FIVESTAR INTERACTIVE INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/373035746) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Board - Price: Free - Rating: 4.40/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.5 · 8 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2010-12-24 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igoban/id411817816/reviews.md ## What is iGoban? iGoban is not Go game application, but a real GO board application for iPad. What it means is that this app doesn’t teach you how to play or have CPU mode to play the game against you. Instead, this application is dedicated to precisely create a beautiful, authentic Go board and stones on iPad. Tap and drag to place or remove the stones and incline the iPad to the side to reset the game. Just like a real GO board, you can use this application to play even games, handicap games and do examinations with your friends. Please enjoy Go games with iGoban. For example: ■Play in hotels ■Play in cafe ■Play with the colleagues during lunchtime. ■Play at home without GO board ■For the lecture to someone who wants to learn GO ---------------------------------------- Translators Wanted! To spread "Go", an ancient board game in Asia, to all over the world and make more people enjoy the game, iGoban production team is currently seeking someone who can help us translate the following two pages to the other language. ■iGoban web page (which is this page) ■Tutorial page in the app If you could kindly help translating these pages, we will add your name (or your company's) and a link to your website as the translation credit on the tutorial page. If you are interested, please contact us from the email below. Contact: app_support@5star.co.jp iGoban is currently available in the following languages. 1. Japanese 2. Chinese (Mandarin) 3. Korean 4. English 5. French ---------------------------------------- Twitter account: @iGoban This app is available in: Japanese, Mandarin, Korean, English, French ## Key features - Authentic Go board simulation - Tap and drag stone placement - Incline to reset board - Play even and handicap games - Examine games with friends - No teaching or AI opponent ## Recent user reviews (10 of 26) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igoban/id411817816/reviews.md ### 5/5 — great app but not works on new operating systems *2021-01-09* The best GOBAN I have ever seen, Please upgrade it for the new iOS 64bit, I am ready to buy this app, mjttnetworkmusic ### 4/5 — Exactly what I have been looking for! *2014-01-08* This is what I needed, simple virtual game play. Beautifully done. Almost perfect except for the lacking of a function to save an ongoing game. I would be happy if it makes into the paid version. ### 4/5 — Beautiful *2013-05-21* Gorgeous artwork and easy to use. Easily convinced me to buy the full version. ### 5/5 — Glenn Fiedler *2013-04-23* This is the most beautiful go board app. It has just one flaw: you cannot play in bed or on the move because the stones fall off the board when the app is tilted to the side. Provide a way to lock the stones in place or undo and the app will be much more useful. ### 1/5 — Catastrophic flaw *2012-12-25* Board is wiped clean when iPad cover is closed. Seemed to work otherwise, even if primitively, but the absence of ANY kind of persistence is unacceptable. ### 4/5 — Gets the job done *2012-11-05* For better or worse, it acts like a real board, no frills. It features some of the best board and piece design in the App Store (especially for free), so it's quite easy on the eyes. It doesn't obey the rotation lock, so be careful of accidental board clearings. It would also be nice if it had a built in clock for timed games, so you didn't have to use a separate iPhone with another app. ### 5/5 — Portable Goban *2012-08-30* I like this app very much. I have just two requests. 1. Please make the star point markings bigger, even 1 pixel larger would be better. 2. Please add the ability to import SGF files and navigate them, so that we could use this app for replying games. Overall, very nicely done. ### 4/5 — Good app, but... *2012-08-17* As the other reviewers mentioned, iPad screen is a bit small for 19 x 19 goban. I found that Free Go issued by Nihonkiin has larger board, it extends all the way to the boarder of the screen plus it can be configured for 9 x 9 or 13 x 13 goban! That is why I only rate this app with 4 stars. ### 4/5 — Amazing but... *2012-08-14, version 1.1.0* This is a wonderful app and has saved me alot of money in buying a 19x19 board and stones etc. BUT it would be perfect if you could change the size of the board, say to a 13x13 and 9x9 board. Also if there was an option for when you cature something it could go automatically it to lid that would be fantasic. ### 3/5 — Visually stunning, but just no frills virtual board *2012-06-13, version 1.1.0* It is one of the most beautiful go apps, but it doesn't take advantage of the electronic format. You have to manually do everything, like a real board. It would be good if it took care of captured stones automatically, and counting points at the end. You have to manually drag out the dead stones when capturing. I like the tilt board to remove all the stones. ## Frequently asked questions about iGoban ### Can I play against the computer in iGoban? No, iGoban is designed as a digital Go board for human players. It does not feature a CPU mode or teach you how to play the game. ### What game modes are available in iGoban? iGoban supports playing even games and handicap games, allowing for flexible play with friends. It also facilitates game examinations. ### How do I reset the board in iGoban? To reset the Go board in iGoban, simply incline the iPad to the side. This action mimics the physical act of clearing a traditional board. ### What devices is iGoban compatible with? iGoban is specifically designed for the iPad. It is available for devices running iOS and has an age rating of 4+. ### How often is iGoban updated? The latest version of iGoban, 3.2, was released on September 8, 2023. This indicates regular updates to maintain and improve the application. ### What languages does iGoban support? iGoban is currently available in Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin), Korean, English, and French. The developers are also seeking translators for other languages. ### What do users like about iGoban? Users appreciate iGoban for its authentic Go board simulation and its utility for playing with friends in various settings, such as cafes or during lunch breaks. ### Is iGoban free to download and use? Yes, iGoban is available for free. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, offering a pure digital board experience. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.2 — 2023-09-08 ・Instruction manual revised. ### 3.1 — 2022-09-01 ・bug fixed ### 3.0.1 — 2021-03-10 Support the latest iOS version. ### 2.0.11 — 2021-02-26 Support the latest iOS version. ### 1.3.0 — 2012-10-12 Adjusted for Retina display ## More apps by FIVESTAR INTERACTIVE INC. - [iGoban+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igoban-plus/id1555389613) All apps by FIVESTAR INTERACTIVE INC.: https://appshunter.io/developer/373035746 --- *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.*