# Xiangqi Trainer — 8000+ puzzles & manuals

> Xiangqi training app with puzzles, openings, and offline engine play. (iPhone/iPad app by Nguyen Thien Hai.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xiangqi-trainer/id6774842163 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nguyen Thien Hai](https://appshunter.io/developer/1511292768)
- Category: Games, Education, Board
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 62 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Vietnamese
- Released: 2026-07-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xiangqi-trainer/id6774842163/reviews.md

## What is Xiangqi Trainer?

Not just play: train so you play stronger.

Xiangqi Trainer - learn and train Chinese chess (xiangqi) with puzzles, classic positions, and model games.

For beginners and players who want to level up. A clear path: kill tactics first, solid endgames, then the middlegame, openings last.

A CLEAR XIANGQI STUDY PATH
• Kill tactics: find checks and mates, win material, finish the game
• Endgames: handle the positions that decide the result
• Middlegame: plan and exploit opportunities
• Openings: formations and how to develop

OVER 8000 PROBLEMS AND MODEL GAMES
From beginner drills to advanced play: puzzles, tactics, and opening games (Elephant Opening, Central Cannon, Same-Direction Cannons, Screen Horses).

17 CLASSIC MANUALS AND COLLECTIONS
• Kill tactics: Sha Zhao Da Quan, Sacrifice Attacks
• Endgames: practical endings from basics to advanced
• Middlegame: Brilliant Middlegame Plays, Five Champions Middlegame
• Openings: Plum Blossom Manual, Orange Grove Secrets, traps and formations
• Classic manuals: Bai Ju Xiangqi Manual, Shi Qing Ya Qu

SEE EVERY VARIATION
Move arrows, Line 1 / Line 2, and side branches. No important line left out.

TRAIN TACTICS
Play the solution yourself on the board, get hints when stuck, then reveal the answer after you have thought. Checks and captures, pins, rook-knight-cannon combinations, mating patterns. Know the right move - and why it works.

PIKAFISH ON YOUR DEVICE
Play and analyze with Pikafish on the device - no network required. Pick a difficulty, play a full game, then review. Think first, then check with the engine.

TRAIN OFFLINE
Downloaded problems can be studied without a connection.

English, Tiếng Việt, 中文.

Xiangqi Trainer - not just playing chess, but training so you play stronger.

LEGAL
Privacy Policy: https://www.xiangqitrainer.com/en/privacy-policy
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- 8000+ Xiangqi problems and opening games
- Structured study path (tactics, endgames, middlegame, openings)
- Opening library with 9 systems and 130 formations
- Live board with move variations and step-through
- Solve mode with hints
- Offline Pikafish engine play
- Light and dark themes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gói năm | $22.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mở khóa vĩnh viễn | $49.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Xiangqi Trainer

### Does Xiangqi Trainer have ads?

Yes, Xiangqi Trainer contains advertisements. These ads help support the development and maintenance of the app.

### What are the subscription options for Xiangqi Trainer?

Xiangqi Trainer offers a monthly subscription for $2.99 and an annual subscription for $22.99. These subscriptions unlock premium features and content.

### Can I play Xiangqi Trainer offline?

Yes, the Pikafish engine in Xiangqi Trainer runs entirely on your device, allowing you to play and study offline without an internet connection.

### What is the age rating for Xiangqi Trainer?

Xiangqi Trainer has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of players, including younger audiences.

### How often is Xiangqi Trainer updated?

The latest version of Xiangqi Trainer is 1.1.6, and it was last updated on August 11, 2026. Updates typically include new content and improvements.

### What languages does Xiangqi Trainer support?

Xiangqi Trainer supports English, Vietnamese, and Chinese. This allows a broader audience to access and utilize its training features.

### What kind of content is available in Xiangqi Trainer's opening library?

The opening library features 9 opening systems, 130 formations, and over 4000 model games. It helps users understand the reasoning behind each move, rather than just memorizing.

### How does the solve mode in Xiangqi Trainer work?

In solve mode, you play the solution yourself. The app provides hints when you get stuck and can reveal the correct move, facilitating a hands-on learning experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.9 — 2026-08-29

A smoother training experience:

• Smoother variations and solve mode
• More stable Pikafish play
• Bug fixes and performance tweaks

Keep building your skill every day!

### 1.1.7 — 2026-08-19

A smoother training experience:

• Smoother variations and solve mode
• More stable Pikafish play
• Bug fixes and performance tweaks

Keep building your skill every day!

### 1.1.6 — 2026-08-11

A smoother training experience:

• Smoother variations and solve mode
• More stable Pikafish play
• Bug fixes and performance tweaks

Keep building your skill every day!

### 1.1.4 — 2026-08-10

A smoother training experience:

• Smoother variations and solve mode
• More stable Pikafish play
• Bug fixes and performance tweaks

Keep building your skill every day!

### 1.1.2 — 2026-07-29

A smoother training experience:

• Smoother variations and solve mode
• More stable Pikafish play
• Bug fixes and performance tweaks

Keep building your skill every day!

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## More apps by Nguyen Thien Hai

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All apps by Nguyen Thien Hai: https://appshunter.io/developer/1511292768

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