Chess2PGN vs Go 1988
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Chess2PGN
Instantly convert handwritten chess scoresheets into digital PGN files by simply taking a photo. Analyze games, discover tactics, and track your progress with this easy-to-use tool.
- Scan scoresheet to PGN
- Auto-convert to PGN
- Smart move correction
- Engine analysis with tips
- Save and organize games
- Share PGN files
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Chess2PGN helps players, parents, and coaches instantly convert handwritten chess scoresheets into clean, digital PGN files. Simply snap a photo and the app reconstructs the full game—no more struggling to read messy notation or replay moves by hand. Review your game with built-in analysis, discover mistakes and tactics, and get helpful coaching insights. Every game is saved in your personal library so you can track progress over time. Whether you’re a tournament player or a chess parent, Chess2PGN makes studying games fast, easy, and accurate. Features: • Scan a scoresheet and auto-convert to PGN • Game reconstruction with smart move correction • Engine analysis with tips and key moments • Save and organize your games in one place • Share PGN with coaches and friends • Works for kids, scholastic tournaments, and adults
Go 1988
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Go 1988 is a minimalist take on the ancient game of Go (Baduk, Weiqi), styled after late-80s personal computer games. Play against a strong AI powered by KataGo, the open-source neural network engine, or pass the device for a friend match. FEATURES - Three board sizes: 5×5, 7×7, 9×9 - Play as Black or White against the AI - Two-player mode for local matches - Pass, Resign, Reset, Rematch - Capture counts and final scoring - Retro dark UI with monospaced typography - 100% on-device — no network, no accounts, no tracking CREDITS Powered by KataGo (MIT License). Neural network: b10c128 from the g170 training run. Made for players who want a quiet, focused game of Go.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Chess2PGN at 15.1 against Go 1988's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Chess2PGN | Go 1988 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Triet Nguyen | Sungjun Kim |
In-app purchases
Chess2PGN
No in-app purchases
Go 1988
No in-app purchases









