# Patolli

> Ancient Aztec/Mayan board game playable against AI, local, and online opponents. (iPhone/iPad app by Random5 LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patolli/id424835336 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Random5 LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/283916007)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-07-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patolli/id424835336/reviews.md

## What is Patolli?

Patolli is one of the oldest games in the Americas, reportedly having been played by both the ancient Aztecs and the Mayans. Montezuma himself has been said to have played it. At the time of the Spanish Conquest, it was outlawed. The design is said to have close ties to ancient calendars as well has have religious meaning.

-Play against the computer. 
-Play against friends or family head to head. (on one device) 
-Play others ONLINE, add/compare scores with other players. * 
-Text chat with your online opponents! * 

*For these features, your device must be connected to the internet

## Key features

- Play against computer AI
- Local head-to-head play
- Online multiplayer
- Online score comparison
- Text chat with opponents

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold Level | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Level | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patolli/id424835336/reviews.md

### 1/5 — The bean rolling is rigged!

*2025-02-25, version 2.0.1*

I was ready to give this a positive review, but something felt very fishy about the bean rolling. So I started counting each roll result and it seems that there is simply a 1 in 6 chance for each result.

In reality there should be a 
1/32 chance to roll 0;
5/32 chance to roll a 1;
10/32 chance to roll a 2;
10/32 chance to roll a 3;
5/32 chance to roll a 4;
1/32 chance to roll a 5.

This affects the gameplay massively; most games are decided by how unlucky you are with your zeroes as they happen SO much more often than they should.

It would be great otherwise :-(

### 5/5 — Great game

*2021-08-11, version 2.0.1*

It’s a pretty good game. They should add more background options. Love to play when I’m on the train or on the move

### 2/5 — Beans not simulated correctly

*2019-02-13, version 2.0.1*

This would be a 5-star game but unfortunately the beans are actually just one dice.  You roll 0 20% of the time and 5 20% of the time... that’s not how it should work.  In reality, you would only roll a 0 or 5 about 3% of the time.

### 2/5 — Wanted to like it

*2018-04-17, version 2.0.1*

The game rules are not explained well.

### 3/5 — Needs update

*2017-05-12, version 1.1*

Great game needs an update

### 5/5 — Great game: helpful

*2016-05-09, version 1.1*

I used this game to do a school project and it has been a great help.

### 1/5 — Huh!!!

*2016-01-20, version 1.1*

I have played this game before a long time ago and was interested to see it available for iPad.
I have already paid £1.49 as I thought I was buying the game and still have no idea what I have bought with this money.  I don't seem to have gained anything.  I have played for an hour and now have nothing left to play with
The game constantly crashes and takes your bids so that when you reopen they are gone and now I am left with nothing to continue with.
Why can't you just develop this game so I can pay a reasonable amount for it and keep playing it instead of ripping us off.

### 1/5 — Problems

*2016-01-03, version 1.1*

Not a bad game but would be better if it would stop freezing in the middle of a game. Hope you get it fixed.

### 1/5 — HUGE RIP-OFF!

*2014-08-17, version 1.1*

Paid extra to have ads removed. They were removed for a fraction of a second--then reinstalled. I hate the criminal minds that have eaten up the app field. They ruin it for everyone.

### 5/5 — Great

*2013-06-05, version 1.1*

Anybody knows where to find the physical version of this game?

## Frequently asked questions about Patolli

### What is Patolli?

Patolli is an ancient board game historically played by the Aztecs and Mayans. It is known for its ties to ancient calendars and religious meanings.

### How can I play Patolli?

You can play Patolli against the computer, with friends head-to-head on one device, or with other players online. Online features require an internet connection.

### Does Patolli have online multiplayer?

Yes, Patolli offers online multiplayer where you can play against other users, add, and compare scores. It also includes text chat with online opponents.

### What devices support Patolli?

Patolli is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It was released on July 14, 2011, and the latest version is 2.0.1, last updated on October 16, 2017.

### What is the age rating for Patolli?

Patolli has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teens and older players.

### Is Patolli free to play?

Yes, Patolli is free to download and play. It does offer in-app purchases.

### Does Patolli have ads?

No, Patolli does not contain advertisements.

### What is the gameplay like in Patolli?

The gameplay involves strategic movement of pieces on a board, with the objective to be the first to move all pieces to the end. Its design is said to have close ties to ancient calendars.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2017-10-16

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

Improved layout and bug fix.

### 2.0 — 2017-09-04

Updated to work with the latest operating systems. Improved interface and squashed bugs.

### 1.1 — 2013-01-18

Bug fixes. Improved graphics and expanded game board area for iPhone 5.

### 1.0.3 — 2011-10-28

Game center iOS5 bug fix.

### 1.0.2 — 2011-10-20

Fixes an iOS 5.0 bug (the keyboard bug).
Better access to In-App purchases panel.

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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 2026-06-04.*
