Comparison

Gomoku vs Gomoku L!VE

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Gomoku

This abstract strategy board game challenges players to achieve an unbroken row of five stones horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. It offers multiple play modes, including playing against AI or a friend.

Highlights
  • Five in a row gameplay
  • Play against AI
  • Local multiplayer mode
  • Computer vs. computer mode
  • Multiple play modes
Features
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Gomoku is an abstract strategy board game. Also called Gobang or Five in a Row, it is traditionally played with Go pieces(black and white stones) on a go board. The rule is black plays first if white did not just win, and plays alternate in placing a stone of their color on an empty space. The winner is the first player to get an unbroken row of five stones horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. Gomoku- Professional version has four modes to choose : 1. you play first. 2.computer play first. 3.computer v.s. computer 4.you play with your friend

About

Gomoku L!VE

Features
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Gomoku L!VE delivers the classic five-in-a-row experience—known as Gomoku in Japan, Omok in Korea, and Wuziqi in China—while blending traditional logic gameplay with modern tactical board-game design. With smooth controls, adaptive AI, and fast online play, It captures the essence of this traditional East Asian logic puzzle, keeping the familiar flow of Japanese Gomoku, Korean Omok, and Chinese Wuziqi accessible to all players. Play relaxed offline matches, challenge adaptive AI levels, review your games, or enjoy fast online sessions with players from around the world. Key Features - Classic Gomoku rules + Enjoy the traditional “five-in-a-row” rules used in standard Gomoku. + Supports classic free-style placement, the foundation shared across Gomoku, Omok, Wuziqi, and other five-stone strategy games. + Clear stone placement, grid intersections, and visual highlights. + Gomoku, known historically in Japan as ‘Gomoku Narabe’, has long been enjoyed as a pattern-based tactical board game centered on shape reading and formation patterns. Gomoku L!VE brings this traditional concept into a clean and modern mobile experience. + Also known as Omok in Korea, this five-in-a-row style highlights shape-reading strategy familiar to Korean players and offers deep tactical possibilities. + In Chinese regions, the free-style variant—known as Wuziqi—emphasizes fast pattern recognition and classic five-stone logic play, emphasizing intuitive placement and fast-paced pattern recognition. - Smart AI difficulty levels + Train with adaptive AI that simulates common Gomoku shapes, tactical opening patterns, defensive formations, and shape-reading reactions. + AI focuses on patterns commonly found in Gomoku strategy: • Open-four formations • Double-three patterns • Defensive blocks • Forcing moves + Suitable for beginners learning the basics or players who want steady, thoughtful practice. - Play offline anytime + Play full Gomoku matches anytime with a complete offline mode designed for practice and relaxation. + Ideal for practicing specific shapes, reviewing tactics, or relaxing. - Online rooms for quick matches + Join online play and start quick real-time matches with players from around the world. + Fair-play rules and responsive matchmaking. - Game replay & step review + Use the replay system to examine each move, analyze turning points, and strengthen your pattern-recognition logic through detailed step review. + Study your placement order, turning points, and strategic patterns. + Helps you understand how games develop over time. - Learning tools + Optional visual hints + Legal placement indicators + Undo (mode-dependent) + Move history review These features are designed to help beginners understand key moments and improve their overall decision-making. - Beautiful board themes + Switch between multiple board themes, including classic wood, high-clarity grids, and modern clean styles. + Clean stone designs optimized for clarity on all screen sizes. Why players enjoy Gomoku L!VE - Simple and intuitive controls - Clean visual presentation - Smooth pacing for relaxing or focused play - Offline and online supported - Helpful tools for understanding patterns and decisions Fair Play & Policy Compliance Gomoku L!VE contains: - No gambling - No real-money rewards - No statements about popularity or rankings - No claims related to win rates, advantages, or performance metrics - No comparison with other games Whether you prefer offline practice, online duels, or strategy-focused sessions, Gomoku L!VE supports every play style. Gomoku L!VE provides a complete and accessible environment for enjoying the classic five-in-a-row board game. Its clean layout, replay tools, and adaptive AI make it a reliable companion for players who enjoy traditional logic puzzles, tactical pattern-based board games, and five-stone strategy play.

Screenshots

Gomoku4 screens
Gomoku L!VE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Gomoku at 11.0 against Gomoku L!VE's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Gomoku sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Gomoku L!VE sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gomoku ships an update every 11 months, Gomoku L!VE every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Gomoku versus Gomoku L!VE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGomokuGomoku L!VE
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 10 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppLabNexus LLCNOGAME COMPANY LIMITED

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Gomoku

One-time1
  • 30 rewards $1.99$1.99
4 purchases

Gomoku L!VE

One-time4
  • Apprentice Fund$0.99
  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Master Vault$4.99
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  • Grandmaster Treasury$49.99

Questions

Is Gomoku free?
Gomoku is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gomoku L!VE free?
Gomoku L!VE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Gomoku or Gomoku L!VE have ads?
Neither Gomoku nor Gomoku L!VE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Gomoku or Gomoku L!VE?
Gomoku ships an update every 11 months, and Gomoku L!VE every 10 months. Most recently, Gomoku was updated on November 2, 2026 and Gomoku L!VE on November 9, 2026.

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