Comparison

Backgammon (single game) vs Narde

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

Head to head
About

Backgammon (single game)

Experience a classic two-player board game with realistic graphics and multiple game variations. Enjoy offline play and hone your tactical and strategic thinking skills with this ancient game.

Highlights
  • Realistic graphics
  • 7 game versions (Nards, Nackgammon, Tavlya)
  • Single board local multiplayer
  • Offline play
Features
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Backgammon is one of the oldest board game for two players. Reliably known that people have been playing this game for over 5,000 years. Backgammon perfectly improves your tactical and strategic thinking and equally with chess and dominoes Backgammon is a member of the tables family, one of the populers games in the world. Features of our version of Backgammon: - Great, realistic graphics. - 7 versions of the game, including Nards, Nackgammon, Tavlya etc.. - The opportunity to play together on a single board. If you have any questions, you can ask us by email support@appscraft.am or you can find more information here: https://appscraft.am

About

Narde

This app offers a strategic variant of backgammon where luck is removed, focusing on positioning and tactical blocking. Play against AI or global opponents, mastering unique rules and building your legacy through skillful play.

Highlights
  • Pure strategy, no luck
  • Solo mode against AI
  • Online multiplayer via Game Center
  • Authentic Narde rules
  • One-tap movement
  • In-game rulebook with tips
  • Daily leaderboards
Features
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Experience the strategic depth of the beloved backgammon variant! ◆ Pure Strategy, No Luck Unlike traditional backgammon, Narde eliminates the element of chance through hitting. Every checker you place is safe, transforming the game into a thrilling race of positioning and tactical blocking. Master the art of building primes, managing your pieces, and outmaneuvering your opponent in this chess-like twist on a classic! ◆ Game Features Two Ways to Play: ► Solo Mode - Challenge sophisticated AI in matches of 1, 3, 5, 11, or 15 rounds. Perfect your strategy with optional doubling cube! ► Online Multiplayer - Compete globally through Game Center. Start with 2,000 chips and build your fortune one strategic victory at a time! ◆ Authentic Narde Rules: • Strategic "head" rule - only one checker can leave your starting point per turn • No hitting - create blocking positions instead of risky blots • Build powerful primes (but not too powerful - fair play rules apply!) • Both players race in the same direction for unique tactical challenges ◆ Smart Features: • One-tap movement with intelligent die ordering • Advanced random dice algorithm ensures completely fair rolls • Clean, intuitive interface designed for iOS • Comprehensive in-game rulebook with strategy tips • Daily leaderboards to track your dominance ◆ Why Narde? If you love backgammon but crave more strategy and less luck, Narde is your perfect match. Every game is a battle of wits where superior positioning beats fortunate rolls. Whether you're a backgammon master seeking a fresh challenge or a strategy game enthusiast looking for your next obsession, Narde delivers depth, excitement, and endless replayability. ◆ Build Your Legacy • Climb the daily leaderboards • Accumulate chips through skillful play • Master both aggressive racing and patient blocking strategies • Join a global community of strategic thinkers Download now and discover why Narde has captivated players for generations!

Screenshots

Backgammon (single game)4 screens
Narde4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Narde at 4.2 against Backgammon (single game)'s 3.8. Narde also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 24%) and ratings volume (362 vs 43). Backgammon (single game)'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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. Backgammon (single game) sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Narde 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

Narde holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Narde has 362 ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Backgammon (single game)'s written reviews are positive against 51% of Narde's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Backgammon (single game) versus Narde: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBackgammon (single game)Narde
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (43 ratings)4.2 (362 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.5% of reviews50.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings43362 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB48 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAppscraftAdikus

Customer experience

Backgammon (single game)

All ratings43 ratings
Positive67.4%
Neutral9.3%
Negative23.3%
Written reviews187 reviews
Positive23.5%
Neutral9.1%
Negative67.4%

Narde

All ratings362 ratings
Positive78.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews183 reviews
Positive50.8%
Neutral12.0%
Negative37.2%

Bugs and requests

Backgammon (single game)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Narde

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Dice roll #5 does not allow piece movement
  • Game refuses to allow valid moves
  • Doubles cannot be used when spaces are blocked
  • Possible movements not underlined after update
  • Rule changes for first roll (3:3, 4:4, 6:6)
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  • Piece placement position incorrect in some versions
  • Color contrast too neutral making game hard to see
  • Accept/Reject buttons swapped in dialogs
  • Rules link does not work
  • Game lag and performance issues

Requested features

10 requests
  • Publish dice rolling algorithm for peer review
  • Implement doubling cube in live play
  • Add difficulty levels for computer opponents
  • Display opponent statistics and skill levels
  • Persistent scoring system across sessions
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  • Better rule explanations and tutorials
  • Music alert when opponent joins waiting game
  • Option to change color skins/themes
  • Real player matching instead of bots
  • Improved online matchmaking system

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Backgammon (single game)

One-time9
  • Buy chips$0.99
  • Gylbar$0.99
  • Nackgammon$0.99
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  • Oldenglish$0.99
  • Simple Gulbar$0.99
  • Tavla$0.99
  • True Nards$0.99
  • Buy all games$2.99
  • Disable ads$4.99
1 purchases

Narde

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Backgammon (single game) free?
Backgammon (single game) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Narde free?
Narde is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Backgammon (single game) or Narde?
Narde is rated higher. Backgammon (single game) averages 3.8 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while Narde averages 4.2 from 362 ratings.
Do Backgammon (single game) or Narde have ads?
Both Backgammon (single game) and Narde show ads.
Which is updated more often, Backgammon (single game) or Narde?
Backgammon (single game) ships an update every 2 months, and Narde every 2 months. Most recently, Backgammon (single game) was updated on September 23, 2026 and Narde on September 24, 2026.

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