Shogi Lab vs Tokyo Train! 5
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shogi Lab
This shogi app offers a full-featured engine for analysis and gameplay. Enjoy intuitive controls, real-time evaluation during matches, and comprehensive game record replay. Play online with rankings or offline against adjustable CPU opponents.
- In-game analysis with real-time evaluation
- Thinking time visualization
- Key move detection
- Game record replay and analysis
- Online ranked matches
- Adjustable CPU strength
- Save and resume matches
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This is a shogi app powered by the full-featured Sunfish4 engine. With clear piece design and calm, intuitive controls, you can enjoy smooth gameplay from the opening to the endgame. It includes real-time evaluation during matches as well as game record replay and analysis features, allowing you to complete the entire flow from playing to reviewing within the app. Online matches with rankings are supported, and offline CPU matches are also available. Main Features ▪ In-Game Analysis (During Match) ・View evaluation values and graphs in real time. ▪ Thinking Time Visualization (During Match) ・Display thinking time on the move list. ・Long thinks are highlighted in red (top 5%) and yellow (top 15%). ▪ Key Move Detection (During Match / Analysis) ・Automatically highlights moves where the evaluation changes significantly. ▪ Game Record Analysis (Analysis) ・Replay, fast-forward, and rewind past games for review. ・Import KIF and CSA files for replay and analysis. ▪ Position Jump (Analysis) ・Instantly move to any position within the game record. ▪ Save & Resume (During Match) ・Pause a match and resume later. ▪ Adjustable CPU Strength (During Match) ・Set the difficulty level from practice to serious play. ▪ First/Second Move Selection (Start) ・Choose to play as Black or White. ▪ Take Back Move (During Match) ・Undo the last move. ▪ Legal Move Display (During Match) ・Show available moves to help prevent mistakes. ▪ Haptics & Animations (Controls) ・Smooth and responsive interaction. ▪ Online Multiplayer ・Supports ranked online matches. ・Offline CPU matches and local two-player mode are also available.
Tokyo Train! 5
Manage nostalgic Japanese trains, transporting passengers and collecting fares to maximize operating profits. Experience retro designs and music while operating various train types on historical routes.
- Operate nostalgic JNR and private railway trains
- Transport passengers and collect fares
- Maximize operating profits
- Retro designs and background music
- Extensive route maps from Hokkaido to Kyushu
- Compete with others via ranking feature
- Browse user-created route maps
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Run nostalgic Japanese trains! "Tokyo Train! 5" recreates the trains and route maps of nostalgic JNR (Japan National Railways 1949-1987) and private railways. The rules are the same as "Tokyo Train!4." - For Railway Commanders As a train commander, you'll dispatch a variety of trains, including local and express trains, to transport passengers. - Key Points of This Game 0. Bring back the trains of that time while enjoying designs and background music that evoke a retro atmosphere. 1. Include numerous route maps and trains that recreate the nostalgic JNR. From Hokkaido to Kyushu, there are plenty of express trains, including long-distance express trains, as well as local, semi-express, and express trains. 2. There are also now-defunct Showa-era railway companies and legendary railway plans. 3. For private railways, we have prepared many interesting route maps, including extreme railway classifications that countered the motorization of the high economic growth period, and unique train operations that competed with the national railways. - Game Goal Transport passengers, collect fares, and aim for maximum operating profits! Profit Calculation Formula ① Variable Fare - ② Boarding Time x ③ Number of Passengers - ④ Departure Cost = ⑤ Operating Profit ① Variable Fare: You receive a fare when the train transports passengers to their destination station. The fare decreases over time. The farther to the right a station is, the higher the fare. ② Boarding Time: The boarding time is displayed above the moving train. The boarding time is deducted from the fare received when the train transports passengers to their destination station. The faster you transport passengers, the shorter the boarding time will be. ③ Number of Passengers Each station displays the number of passengers serving that destination. ④ Departure Cost: When a train departs, a departure cost is deducted. The departure cost is displayed below the departure button. ⑤ Operating Profit: This is the goal of the game. Aim for great results! ・Controls Controls are very simple. Just depart your train at the perfect time. You can operate up to five types of trains. ・Plenty of Content You can browse route maps created by yourself or others, sorted by newest or best. You can also compete with others using the ranking feature. ・Timetable Function You can view the results of your passengers' trips on the timetable. In addition to pursuing operating profits, you can also enjoy browsing the amazing timetable. 3. Easy and Comfortable Play ・The game's file size is approximately 180MB. Storage requirements are minimal. It doesn't require heavy processing, so it's compatible with even older devices. Each game takes just three minutes, so you can enjoy it at your leisure. - No ads, no in-app purchases There are no in-app purchases. No ads. There are no elements that will interfere with train operations. Please focus on the game. Children can also enjoy it safely. Share your operation results and timetables with other train fans.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tokyo Train! 5 at 100% against Shogi Lab's 50%. Tokyo Train! 5 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Shogi Lab's advantage is price (Free vs $6.99) and update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On 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
Shogi Lab is free to download; Tokyo Train! 5 costs $6.99 up front. Shogi Lab sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Tokyo Train! 5 asks for nothing beyond the download.
Shogi Lab ships an update every 3 days, Tokyo Train! 5 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shogi Lab | Tokyo Train! 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $6.99 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 78 MB | 220 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | koji ozono | masahiro goto |
Customer experience
Shogi Lab
Tokyo Train! 5
In-app purchases
Shogi Lab
- Shogi Lab Pro$3.99
Tokyo Train! 5
No in-app purchases
Questions
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