Shogi Wars vs Shogi ™
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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/
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.
- Deploy captured pieces
- 5 difficulty levels
- Customizable board editor
- Timer-driven gameplay
- Save and load games
- Tailored sound effects
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
Shogi Wars ships an update every 4 weeks, Shogi ™ every 5 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.
| Parameter | Shogi Wars | Shogi ™ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (135 ratings) — better | 4.6 (79 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 47.6% of reviews — better | 41.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 135 — better | 79 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 428 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HEROZ | VM Mobile Team |
Customer experience
Shogi Wars
Shogi ™
In-app purchases
Shogi Wars
- Premium (Subscription)2 variants$5.491 Month
- Kishin Learning (Subscription)$7.991 Month
- Super Premium (Subscription)2 variants$8.491 Month
- 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
Shogi ™
- Premium$3.99









