# Techu On The Chair — Strategic 2-Player Card Game

> Strategic 2-player card game with grid-based territory control. (iPhone/iPad app by Joshua Shaffer.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techu-on-the-chair/id6621189375 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joshua Shaffer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761933590)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Casual, Card
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 286 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-09-11
- Data updated: 2026-07-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techu-on-the-chair/id6621189375/reviews.md

## What is Techu On The Chair?

Play agains human players or our AI. Collect Techus! Collect Decks. Collect Boards.

Our game is 100% artist made, no AI!

How to play:

Techu is a 2 player game. Red vs Black. Aces are the highest ranked card.
There are 25 playable spaces on a 5×5 grid.
The player with the most spaces at the end of the game wins.

Rules:

Rule #1: Higher cards outrank lower cards.
Rule #2: Card played must connect back to the player’s own home row.

How to Start:

Split the deck into red & black. Pick a color and shuffle.
Each player draws the top 3 cards from their deck into their hand.
Both players play a card on the center space of their home row.
The player who plays the lowest ranked card gets the first turn in the game.

If both players play the same ranked card at the start of the game, each draws and plays again in their home row until a player prevails.

Continuing Play:

A player begins their turn by drawing 1 card into their hand, for a total of 3 cards.
A player can play their card on any space as long as Rule #1 and Rule #2 are followed.
Once a player places a card on the grid and reveals its rank, the turn is over and cannot be changed.

Winning the Game:

When both players are out of cards, the game is finished.
The player with the most spaces at the end of the game wins.

Common Q/A:

A player can always discard rather than play on a turn.
A player can play on their own card as long as Rule #1 and Rule #2 are followed.

Same-rank cards cannot be played on each other.
A card must connect to it’s home in vertical & horizontal directions (not diagonally).

What is a Techu?

A Techu is a celebration of the little guy! Low ranked cards ultimately change the game of Techu.
A Techu is when you win and finish the game by either placing a 3 on an opponents 2, or placing a 2 on an empty space.


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## Key features

- 2-player strategic gameplay
- Collectible Techu cards
- Deck and board collection
- 5x5 grid for territory control
- AI opponent option
- Artist-made, no AI art

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Avatar 206 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Avatar 225 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Avatar 212 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Avatar 216 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Avatar 234 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Avatar 232 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Avatar 235 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 150 Chips (100 + 50% Bonus) | $1.99 | one-time |
| 875 Chips (500 + 75% Bonus) | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Chips (1000 + 100% Bonus) | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techu-on-the-chair/id6621189375/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 運と攻略力、攻めと守りのバランスが最高。

*2024-10-23*

めちゃくちゃ楽しいゲームです。ルールはとてもシンプルなので小学生ぐらいから遊べるかも…と思いきや、実はけっこうアタマを使います。家にある普通のトランプでもできるゲームですが、Techu on the chairではオンラインで遠くに住んでる友だちとも遊べるし、かわいいアバターを集めるのも楽しい。こんなゲーム、今まで何でなかったんだろう？と思うぐらいシンプルなのにめちゃくちゃ奥深いゲームです。

## Frequently asked questions about Techu On The Chair

### What is Techu On The Chair?

Techu On The Chair is a 2-player strategic card game played on a 5x5 grid. Players aim to control more spaces than their opponent by playing cards with higher ranks, following specific connection rules.

### How do you win in Techu On The Chair?

You win Techu On The Chair by having the most spaces controlled on the 5x5 grid when both players have run out of cards. A special 'Techu' win condition also exists for specific low-card plays.

### Can I play Techu On The Chair offline?

The provided data does not specify offline play capabilities. However, it mentions playing against an AI, which typically does not require an internet connection.

### Does Techu On The Chair have multiplayer?

Yes, Techu On The Chair is designed as a 2-player game, allowing you to play against human opponents or the AI.

### What are the age restrictions for Techu On The Chair?

Techu On The Chair has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

### How often is Techu On The Chair updated?

The latest version is 2.12.3, released on April 14, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting active development and support for the game.

### What devices support Techu On The Chair?

Techu On The Chair is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering broad compatibility within the Apple ecosystem.

### Does Techu On The Chair have ads?

No, Techu On The Chair does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play without interruptions from ads.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.12.3 — 2026-04-14

Revised UI, Bugs Fixed

### 2.12.1 — 2026-03-17

Bugs fixed.

### 2.05.4 — 2026-01-16

Bugs fixed.

### 2.05 — 2026-01-01

• In-Game Voice Chat
• New Pro-Leaderboard and Rankings System
• Lobby Notifications
• Misc Bugs Squashed

### 1.06 — 2024-09-11

No release notes.

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