# Techo Gomoku — Gomoku online/offline. Ad-free

> Gomoku online/offline. Ad-free (iPhone/iPad app by 勇 马.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techo-gomoku/id6742693962 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [勇 马](https://appshunter.io/developer/1799145365)
- Category: Games, Board, Puzzle
- Price: $0.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techo-gomoku/id6742693962/reviews.md

## What is Techo Gomoku?

Experience Gomoku your way. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your strategy against a clever AI or challenge your friends in a global arena, this app delivers a pure, focused gameplay experience.

Game Modes:
- AI Mode (Offline): Face off against a locally-powered AI. Perfect for practicing your tactics and improving your skills anywhere, anytime—no internet required.
- Online Duel: Connect and compete. Challenge your friends or test your mettle against players worldwide in real-time.

Key Features:
- Master the AI: Challenge yourself across five offline difficulty levels, from Beginner to Expert.
- Zero Distractions: Fully ad-free so you can stay focused on your next move.
- In-Game Chat: Message your friends in real-time without interrupting your match.
- Freestyle: Classic Gomoku with no restrictions—pure five-in-a-row.
- Renju Rules: Professional-grade play. Standard prohibitions apply for the Black player (forbidden 3×3, 4×4, and overlines).
- Board Coordinates : Toggle board coordinates on or off to suit your preferred viewing style.
- Customizable Board Sizes (Offline): Choose the perfect battlefield with 15x15, 12x12, or 9x9 board options.


Acknowledgement:
- Some icons in this App are from icons8.com

## Chart rankings

- #198 in Top Paid · Board (US App Store)


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.10 — 2026-05-06

AI mode
- Refined the Gomoku engine.
- Added a difficulty indicator to the HUD.

### 1.3.11 — 2026-03-18

- Fixed an issue where move sequence numbers did not display correctly after re-entering the AI Mode screen.

### 1.3 — 2026-03-17

- Five Difficulty Levels: Challenge yourself with a refined skill curve. Choose from five offline levels, from Beginner to Expert. (Replaces the previous "Easy Mode").
- Enhanced AI Tactics: Significant improvements to the AI engine's decision-making and strategic depth.
- Move Numbers: New toggle to display the sequence of moves directly on the board.
- GUI Improvements: Fixed an interface layout issue when re-entering the AI Mode screen.

### 1.2 — 2026-03-12

- AI Mode: Refined AI strategy.
- GUI: Refined Settings screen.

### 1.1 — 2026-03-10

- AI Mode: Includes an Easy Mode that can be toggled on or off.
- GUI: Refined UI text.

## More apps by 勇 马

- [Techo Blocks: Retro Arcade](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techo-blocks-retro-arcade/id6742694023)

All apps by 勇 马: https://appshunter.io/developer/1799145365

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