Comparison

Classic Shogi Game vs Shogi ™

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

Head to head
About

Classic Shogi Game

Learn and play Japanese chess with an AI opponent or against other players. Offers over 3000 puzzle stages and daily challenges to improve your skills. Customize your avatar and engage in online battles.

Highlights
  • AI opponent for all skill levels
  • Over 3000 shogi puzzle stages
  • Daily Tsume Shogi challenges
  • Online multiplayer battles
  • Shogi rule explanations
  • Avatar customization
Features
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It is a shogi application loaded with AI that you can play with confidence even beginners such as those who want to start shogi from now or those who understand the rules. Why do not you try partner Shogi as your partner for the first time. Also equipped with more than 3000 stages of practical packed shogi. There are also interpersonal warfare functions that two people can use instead of a shogi board. It is also perfect for those who want to remember the rules of Shogi because they contain explanation of shogi rules from the explanation of shogi pieces. Since AI of a beginner level is also carried considerably, even those who remember the rules of Shogi can play with confidence. Also in Shogi of killing time! Also to study shogi! You can also use it for powerful maid shogi! ◆ Online games Member registration There is also a display of the battle pattern! Since it is an online battleground where there are many beginners more than anywhere, it is the environment that makes it easiest to start the most online game. Combine numerous parts and make your own avatar! There is avatar of event limited distribution as well. ◆ New features! Tsumei Shogi every day! I tried to pursue that I could continue with Tsume Shogi and created it. Why do not you keep on tight shogi, which is the shortest practice to become stronger every day? You can solve the problem of the number of hands set in 1 to 5 hands, increasing all 10 questions gradually with increasing difficulty. Even if you do not know the answer, you can check the answer in 1 minute so it will not stop with a problem you do not understand. You can receive reward every day by solving! ◆ People who want to start shogi, people who want to become strong in apps It is packed with functions necessary for beginners to strengthen Shogi. Although studying Shogi is hard, I can reach it fully with this one application until the first stage of Ama. Why do not you graduate a chess beginner while playing for a little free time or killing time at commuting school time? From checking the rules, flowing in the game, wearing shogi with Tsume Shogi can all be done with this application. ◆ Recommended for people like this! From weak AI to strong AI, those who want to play chess with a wide range of opponents Those who want to solve many packed shogi Those who are about to start shogi in their free time Those who do not know the rules of shogi, but who are trying to start shogi by watching animation and movies ◆ The mechanism of premium membership service 【Billing method】 You will be charged for your iTunes account. It is automatically renewed every month from the application date. [Details of automatic update] The membership period will be automatically renewed unless you cancel automatic renewal at least 24 hours before the end date of the premium service membership period. Charges for automatic renewal will be made within 24 hours after the end of the membership period. 【Confirmation / Withdrawal of membership status (cancellation of automatic renewal)) Confirmation of member status and withdrawal can be done from the following. 1. Open the App Store application 2. Scroll to the bottom of the "Recommended" tab 3. Tap "Apple ID" 4. Tap "Show Apple ID" in the displayed pop-up 5. Sign in as needed 6. Tap "Register" on the "Account" screen Please confirm the next automatic update date and time and cancel / setting automatic update on this screen. * Please note that cancellation of the premium service currently in use in iTunes Store payment from within a shogi application can not be done. 【Cancellation for the current month】 We do not accept cancellation of the premium service for the current month. ◆Terms of service http://crossfd.jp/kiyaku.html ◆Privacy policy http://crossfd.jp/policy.html Some TsumeShogi stages provided by: やねうら王プロジェクト様

About

Shogi ™

Experience the strategic depth of Shogi, Japan's version of Chess. This app offers a rich gameplay experience with customizable boards, multiple difficulty levels, and the unique mechanic of redeploying captured pieces. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned players.

Highlights
  • Deploy captured pieces
  • 5 difficulty levels
  • Customizable board editor
  • Timer-driven gameplay
  • Save and load games
  • Tailored sound effects
Features
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Dive into the Ultimate Shogi Experience! Unearth the magic of Shogi (将棋, shōgi) – Japan's treasure of strategic gameplay, revered as their version of Chess. Engage in thrilling battles on a board where every move tells a story. 'Shōgi', translating to the general's (shō 将) board game (gi 棋), is a testament to its captivating legacy. Witness the unique charm of Shogi: the strategic genius of deploying captured pieces back onto the board, a twist that has captivated enthusiasts since its ancient inception. Endorsed by legendary player Yoshiharu Habu, Shogi isn't just Japan's favorite pastime – it's a masterpiece of art. A symphony that harmonizes seamlessly with the traditional echoes of haiku, tanka, noh, ikebana, and the soulful Japanese tea ceremony. Its illustrious stature is carved by the age-old iemoto system, bolstered by historical shogunate backing. Features that Elevate Your Shogi Adventure: ◆ Crafted Undo: Strategize with freedom! ◆ Game Save/Load: Your game, on your time. ◆ Skill Spectrum: Embark on journeys from beginner to maestro with 5 tailored difficulty levels. ◆ Beat the Clock: Thrill in timer-driven confrontations. ◆ Your Board, Your Rules: Customize with a robust board editor. ◆ Aural Pleasure: Dive deep with tailored sound effects. ◆ Diverse Gameplay: Westernized pieces, multiple piece sets, and board designs to choose from. Join the ranks of Shogi connoisseurs. Immerse in an unparalleled blend of strategy, art, and tradition. Your board awaits.

Screenshots

Classic Shogi Game4 screens
Shogi ™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Shogi ™ at none against Classic Shogi Game's shown. Shogi ™ also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Classic Shogi Game's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (58% vs 41%). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Classic Shogi Game sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month and Shogi ™ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Classic Shogi Game against 4.5 for Shogi ™. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 158 and 85 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Classic Shogi Game's written reviews are positive against 41% of Shogi ™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Classic Shogi Game ships an update monthly, Shogi ™ every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Classic Shogi Game versus Shogi ™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClassic Shogi GameShogi ™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (158 ratings)4.5 (85 ratings) — better
Positive reviews57.6% of reviews — better41.2% of reviews
Number of ratings158 — better85
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size278 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCross Field Inc.VM Mobile Team

Customer experience

Classic Shogi Game

All ratings158 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral5.7%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews85 reviews
Positive57.6%
Neutral14.1%
Negative28.2%

Shogi ™

All ratings79 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral2.5%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive41.2%
Neutral35.3%
Negative23.5%

Bugs and requests

Classic Shogi Game

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • Bugs and errors causing losses
  • Pieces changing ownership
  • Losing when opponent times out
  • Sound not working offline
  • Online sound follows opponent's settings
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  • Glitching to double reward points
  • Reward video not opening
  • Connection issues ('Reconnecting...')
  • App crashing
  • App not loading after update
  • Email validation bug in contact form
  • Tsume Shogi solutions sometimes invalid
  • AI not following rules
  • AI making no mistakes (Level 8)
  • Pieces being taken by invalid moves
  • Incorrect recording of LV13 results to LV12
  • Bug with 2歩 (two steps forward) rule
  • Online opponent disconnects when losing
  • Rating decreases after winning by resignation

Requested features

12 requests
  • Add 1v1 feature on the same device
  • Add chat/messaging with online opponents
  • Add tournaments and events
  • Add Manchurian language and icon
  • Add human vs human mode
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  • Add numbering and lettering on axes
  • Add entry-into-the-castle declaration rule
  • Ability to recall Tsume Shogi problems
  • Option to pay to remove ads
  • Option to pay to remove 'retract move' ad
  • Improve AI difficulty scaling
  • Fix UI for iPhone XR

Shogi ™

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Classic Shogi Game

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Member$4.491 Month
One-time9
  • Gold_6$0.99
  • Matta Unlimited Pass$1.99
  • Gold_28$3.99
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  • Gacha Ticket Sale$3.99
  • Daily Mission Exclusive Sale$5.99
  • Gold_52$6.99
  • Gold_100$11.99
  • Gold_147$19.99
  • Gold_250$29.99
1 purchases

Shogi ™

One-time1
  • Premium$3.99

Questions

Is Classic Shogi Game free?
Classic Shogi Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shogi ™ free?
Shogi ™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Classic Shogi Game or Shogi ™?
Shogi ™ is rated higher. Classic Shogi Game averages 4.4 out of 5 from 158 ratings, while Shogi ™ averages 4.5 from 85 ratings.
Do Classic Shogi Game or Shogi ™ have ads?
Classic Shogi Game shows ads; Shogi ™ does not.
Which is updated more often, Classic Shogi Game or Shogi ™?
Classic Shogi Game ships an update monthly, and Shogi ™ every 5 months. Most recently, Classic Shogi Game was updated on November 11, 2026 and Shogi ™ on November 3, 2026.

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