Comparison

Shogi Wars vs Shogi ™

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

Head to head
About

Shogi Wars

Experience the strategic depth of Japanese chess with this app, offering fast-paced online and offline matches for all skill levels. Earn official diplomas and enjoy a realistic Shogi experience with advanced AI and customizable game modes.

Highlights
  • Online and offline Shogi matches
  • World-class AI opponent
  • Multiple time controls (10MIN, 3MIN, 10SEC)
  • Official rank system (dan/kyu)
  • Apply for official dan diplomas
  • Fancy graphics and performance
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History of the fastest and the most furious entertaining Shogi begins here! Shogi Wars, officially approved by Japan Shogi Association, is a completely new type of Shogi app with fancy performance, fantastic graphics and the world-class AI. This app defies the common wisdom that Shogi is only meant for certain experts, allowing everyone from a novice to an expert to enjoy speedy match-ups online with different time controls: 10MIN, 3MIN, and 10SEC. The app also provides offline match-ups with computers. And with the rank (dan/kyu) of Shogi Wars, players can apply for Menjo (dan diploma: from 6 dan to 5 kyu) that is also officially approved by Japan Shogi Association. So come and experience a high realistic sensation of Shogi. ■Charge free to 3 battle a day [Subscription] •Premium ¥600 - unlimited play for monthly - kishin •Super Premium ¥960 - unlimited play for monthly - kishin - analysis ticket - voice select on game - play professional shogi player - kishin Quiz •Kishin Learning ¥1200 - Unlimited use of Shogi videos and learning contents - analysis ticket ■About Subscription •Subscription automatically renews monthly. •Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. •Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal •Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. ■How to restore your status of subscription You can restore the status of subscription by logging in with your account at shogiwars. Please log in to iTunes with the same Apple ID as you purchased subscription before playing Shogi Wars. ■How to turned off auto-renewal subscription Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. https://support.apple.com/ja-jp/HT202039 ■Terms and Privacy Policy https://heroz.co.jp/privacy/ https://shogiwars.heroz.jp/wars-terms.html ■Language Japanese English ■Shogi Wars official X account @warsminamin https://x.com/warsminamin ■Inquiry https://support.heroz.jp/shogi_wars/Contact/

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

Shogi Wars4 screens
Shogi ™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Shogi Wars at every 4 weeks against Shogi ™'s every 5 months. Shogi ™'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Shogi Wars sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 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 — 4.7 for Shogi Wars against 4.6 for Shogi ™. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 135 and 79 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of Shogi Wars's written reviews are positive against 41% of Shogi ™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shogi Wars ships an update every 4 weeks, Shogi ™ every 5 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Shogi Wars versus Shogi ™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShogi WarsShogi ™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (135 ratings) — better4.6 (79 ratings)
Positive reviews47.6% of reviews — better41.2% of reviews
Number of ratings135 — better79
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size428 MB72 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperHEROZVM Mobile Team

Customer experience

Shogi Wars

All ratings135 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.7%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive47.6%
Neutral4.8%
Negative47.6%

Shogi ™

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

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Shogi Wars

Subscriptions3
  • Premium (Subscription)2 variants$5.491 Month
  • Kishin Learning (Subscription)$7.991 Month
  • Super Premium (Subscription)2 variants$8.491 Month
One-time7
  • Kishin×1$0.99
  • Pawn toss ticket×1$2.99
  • Premium (30 days)$4.99
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  • Kishin×13$9.99
  • Kishin analysis ticket x 26$9.99
  • Kishin×27$19.99
  • Kishin×166$99.99
1 purchases

Shogi ™

One-time1
  • Premium$3.99

Questions

Is Shogi Wars free?
Shogi Wars 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, Shogi Wars or Shogi ™?
Shogi Wars is rated higher. Shogi Wars averages 4.7 out of 5 from 135 ratings, while Shogi ™ averages 4.6 from 79 ratings.
Do Shogi Wars or Shogi ™ have ads?
Neither Shogi Wars nor Shogi ™ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shogi Wars or Shogi ™?
Shogi Wars ships an update every 4 weeks, and Shogi ™ every 5 months. Most recently, Shogi Wars was updated on September 25, 2026 and Shogi ™ on September 25, 2026.

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