# Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition — Classic Japanese Chess Game

> Free entry-level Japanese chess (Shogi) game with adjustable AI difficulty. (iPhone/iPad app by UNBALANCE Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shogi-lv100-entry-edition/id472608323 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [UNBALANCE Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/358617691)
- Category: Games, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 53 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 51 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2011-11-23
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shogi-lv100-entry-edition/id472608323/reviews.md

## What is Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition?

Kanazawa Shogi Level 100 is the most popular Shogi (Japanese Chess) game in Japan.
And this is the Entry Edition - how about playing Shogi for FREE !
【Version up!】 Now you can play against a stronger computer engine in Engine Server Game. 

■The Entry Edition differs from the Full version as follows:

・Thinking levels of computer is limited to 6 levels. 
・Types of board and pieces which can be achieved is limited
・The feature to Save/Load game records is restricted 
・The feature to Send game records via e-mail is restricted
・Advertisements 

You will be able to unlock these restrictions and remove the advertisements by purchasing within the application.


・What is "Kanazawa Shogi Level 100"?

Shogi, also known as Japanese chess, is the most popular
thinking game in Japan. Unlike chess, the captured pieces could
be returned to the board to be used as a piece for the captured player.
Why don't you challenge this exciting Japanese game!


●Off-line Game 
Kanazawa Shogi Level 100 has 100 different levels of play from beginner to expert!
And also, you can play online games against your friends using the Game Center. 
The Help feature within the game will help you understand the rules of Shogi.  

・Challenge to win medals by defeating computer!

You will win medals by defeating computer.
If you collect a certain number of medals, new types of board and pieces will be awarded.


●Engine Server Game (Playing tickets are needed to be purchased)
You can play against a stronger engine in  "Lv.200 mode" and "Expert mode" .

 "Lv.200 mode"
We have added 200 more different levels of play in this mode, which are stronger than the off-line 100.
Please enjoy your challenge to complete all the medals.

"Expert mode"
We have provided a special mode for advanced players, in which you can select an opening strategy
from 5 different strategies.
 (Fujii system, Rapid attack vs 4th-file rook, Gokigen central rook, Bear in the hole, None)   
There are 5 levels of play for each strategy.

・Prices for playing tickets are:
 30  days ticket  $2.99
 90  days ticket  $6.99
180 days ticket  $11.99  


・Other Features:

- Human vs Computer, Human vs Human(sharing a single device)
- Let you know your turn by vibration
- Automatic zooming for easy viewing and operations
- Manual zooming by double-tapping and pinching-out
- Save/Load game record
- Hint feature
- Enable to view full game history of the game record and restart game
   from the selected move
- Transmit game record by e-mail
- Beautiful graphics and realistic sound effects
- Automatic reading out for each move in Japanese

## Key features

- Free entry-level Shogi gameplay
- Multiple computer difficulty levels
- Local multiplayer (Human vs Human)
- Medal challenges
- Optional in-app purchases for advanced features
- Engine Server Game for stronger AI

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shogi Lv.100 Lite - Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |
| 30days ticket | $2.99 | one-time |
| 180days ticket | $11.99 | one-time |
| 90days ticket | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 53)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shogi-lv100-entry-edition/id472608323/reviews.md

### 1/5 — 固まる

*2025-08-05*

プレイ出来ない

### 5/5 — I’m now addicted

*2021-09-04*

I was trying Shogi for the first time and now I’m hooked.
The ai is so hard when. It goes for 8-10. But I just can’t stop playing and I’m getting really good at shogi now. Thanks for making this game

### 4/5 — 용과같이7 쇼기용

*2021-06-15*

용과같이7 쇼기용으로 사용

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2020-07-03*

Started up a match and I couldn’t move any of the pieces. Tried moving both sides, neither worked

### 5/5 — Quite decent

*2020-06-16*

A good all-around shogi app

### 5/5 — Bestes Shogi für iPhone

*2020-04-15*

Benutze diese App schon sehr lange und bin immer zu Frieden gewesen.
Klar könnte man noch 10000 weitere Funktionen einbauen oder grafisch etwas verändern, aber es geht ja ums Shogi spielen an sich ;D

### 1/5 — 千日手の達人笑

*2019-12-16*

まともな戦法を殆ど指してこない上にすぐ千日手になる
序盤が無茶苦茶なせいですぐ成り込める
そのくせ終盤だけアホみたいに粘るのでストレスしかたまらない
練習どころか下手になる事請負い

### 2/5 — 投了システムをなくしてほしい。

*2019-11-27*

追い詰めたときに勝手に投了するのをやめてほしい。将棋がそれほど上手くない人にとっては自分が思い描いた形で詰みになるのか最後の一手までちゃんと確認したいのです。利用者のそういった考えまで汲み取ったプログラムの開発をお願いします。

あとは意味のない歩の連打など対人戦ではまずありえない手がなくなればもっと良いですが、まずなにより投了システムをとにかく無くしていただきたい。

### 5/5 — Muito bom

*2019-06-01*

Baixei ele mais não consigo colocar em inglês está todo em japonês 
Mais adorei o jogo aprendendo a jogar

### 5/5 — Super application

*2019-05-17*

Non il s’affiche bien en anglais sur mon téléphone et je n’ai fait aucun réglage.

## Frequently asked questions about Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition

### What is Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition?

Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition is a free mobile game that allows you to play Shogi, also known as Japanese chess. It's designed as an entry point to the game, offering various computer difficulty levels and local multiplayer options.

### How many difficulty levels are there in Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition?

The Entry Edition of Shogi Lv.100 offers 6 different thinking levels for the computer opponent. For access to stronger AI engines and more levels, in-app purchases are available.

### Can I play Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition offline?

Yes, Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition supports offline play against the computer. You can also play against another person on the same device locally.

### What are the in-app purchases in Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition?

In-app purchases allow you to unlock restrictions present in the Entry Edition, such as more thinking levels, additional board and piece types, and the ability to save/load game records. You can also purchase playing tickets for the Engine Server Game to face stronger AI.

### How does Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition compare to the full version?

The Entry Edition has limited computer thinking levels, restricted board/piece types, and limited save/load and email features compared to the full version. Advertisements are also present in the Entry Edition.

### Is Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app is designed as an 'Entry Edition' and includes a Help feature to explain the rules of Shogi, making it suitable for beginners. The 6 difficulty levels also allow players to gradually increase the challenge.

### What is the Engine Server Game in Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition?

The Engine Server Game allows you to play against a stronger computer engine than what is available in the offline modes. This includes 'Lv.200 mode' with 200 additional levels and 'Expert mode' with selectable opening strategies.

### What is the age rating for Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition?

Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is considered appropriate for young children.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.31 — 2021-04-22

Stability improvements

### 1.1.30 — 2020-11-09

fixed some minor problems.

### 1.1.29 — 2020-11-04

Stability improvements

### 1.1.28 — 2020-07-19

Stability improvements

### 1.1.27 — 2020-05-06

Stability improvements

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