# Light GO 13x

> Simple 13x13 Go board game with AI, local, and online multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by CHIA HO KUO.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-go-13x/id521924761 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CHIA HO KUO](https://appshunter.io/developer/433588685)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 71 App Store ratings · 51 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 38 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2012-05-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-go-13x/id521924761/reviews.md

## What is Light GO 13x?

* It is a simple GO game(13 x 13). It is easy to play. It provides Game Center Network Battle.

* To avoid the argument, App check the dead stones that not be captured after game over.

* The icon below the word "NOW" shows whose turn and the piece used.

* To provide the diversified playing methods and different settings below:
-Computer- Your opponent is the computer. This is a practice for you. The computer makes the first move. 
 
-2 Players- Your opponent is another person. The black player makes the first move.
 
-Network- Game Center matches the two players and computer decides the colors. You can play with all players of the world. (Please join Game Center at first.)
 
-Leaderboards- Game Center saves the result of the games including the wins, draws and defeats of the players, and provides the Leaderboards.
 
-Achievements- Game Center saves the players’ “Points” and provides the achievements.
  
-Audio Switch- Turn on/off audio.
 
* The Undo function only for the Computer mode and the 2 Player mode.
 
* The point formula for Achievements: 
1 win=3 score, 1 draw=1 score, 1 defeat=-1 score, ten scores=1 point, points=(wins x 3 + draws - defeats) / 10

* The player who exits game before game over loses the game at the network mode.

* The more explanations please refer to the Readme of the app or APP Support.

## Key features

- 13x13 Go board
- Computer opponent
- 2-player mode
- Network battles
- Game Center leaderboards
- Achievements
- Automatic dead stone check

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Record Function | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 51)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-go-13x/id521924761/reviews.md

### 1/5 — poor app

*2022-10-12*

Not well made

### 1/5 — No tutor

*2019-12-15, version 1.2.2*

Not able to finf help

### 4/5 — It’s brutal

*2019-09-19, version 1.2.2*

So putting aside the poor design, poor UI, etc etc, variable level of working functionality, I was looking for a working GO computer player. And I can honestly say that the AI on easy is brutal. 

I’m a beginner, so through brute force I’ve gained some understanding of the game and how it plays. I read articles online on how to play so instructions aren’t required. 

I’m easy mode, so the main down side is that the computer doesn’t make any mistakes. As far as I can tell. God forbid how it plays on harder levels. 

It’s perhaps at this point that some strategic insight or a teacher is needed.

### 5/5 — Federal

*2018-06-01, version 1.2.2*

tzar day ur

### 1/5 — The computer made an illegal move

*2017-10-11*

It's unplayable if the computer can make an illegal move, which it did for me.

### 1/5 — No Korean

*2017-02-25, version 1.2.1*

I am triggered there isn't korean

### 4/5 — Doesn't crash, works for me

*2016-08-30, version 1.2.1*

I've been pretty happy with this program.

I've had no crashing problems.

I MUCH prefer the confirmation mechanism over how other Go games work.

The AI is tactically way better than I am, but I have found some patterns were I can beat it consistently.

For a beginner learning life and death patterns, it seems fine.

It would be nice if one could set handicaps.

### 1/5 — Define "EASY"

*2016-06-07*

The computer player always makes the perfect move, he always starts first, does not ever place poor placement. If you are trying to learn the game as a pass time, don't use this app.  Have never been more frustrated at a game that defines its "Easy" mode as unbeatable to the average user.

### 3/5 — Could be good.

*2016-04-09, version 1.2.1*

Nice 13x game. But it crashes and you lose game. Please fix!

### 1/5 — Crashes within 1 minute of each startup

*2016-03-25, version 1.2.1*

I am running updated iOS on an iPhones 6s plus. This game should work. Complete waste of a download

## Frequently asked questions about Light GO 13x

### What is Light GO 13x?

Light GO 13x is a simple 13x13 Go board game application. It offers various ways to play, including against a computer opponent, with another person locally, or through online network battles via Game Center.

### What are the different ways to play Light GO 13x?

You can play against the computer for practice, with a friend in 2-player mode, or connect with players worldwide through Game Center's network battle feature. The app also includes leaderboards and achievements tracked through Game Center.

### Is Light GO 13x free to play?

The application is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or content. Specific pricing details would be available within the app itself.

### What platforms is Light GO 13x compatible with?

The description mentions Game Center integration, which is a feature of Apple's operating systems. Therefore, it is likely compatible with iOS devices. Please check the app store listing for specific compatibility information.

### How does the app help with learning Go?

The app provides a practice mode against a computer opponent, allowing players to hone their skills. It also automatically checks for dead stones after the game, helping players understand capture rules and game outcomes more clearly.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.3 — 2020-06-28

-Update for new iOS.

### 1.2.2 — 2018-02-02

-Fix a alert bug.
-Support for iOS 11.

### 1.2.1 — 2014-08-18

-Add the display of the last piece. 
-Optimize the computer AI for easy level.

### 1.2.0 — 2014-06-20

-Add the function which the computer resigns actively at the Computer mode.

### 1.1.9 — 2014-06-13

-Add the Record Function (In-App Purchases).

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