Comparison

棋藝研究所 Chess Academy vs Reversi Party Online

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

Head to head
About

棋藝研究所 Chess Academy

Features
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Chess Academy brings together the world's most beloved board games in one beautiful app. Whether you're a beginner learning the basics or a seasoned player looking to sharpen your skills, our intelligent AI opponents adapt to your level. Features: • 5 Classic Board Games - International Chess, Chinese Chess (Xiangqi), Go (Weiqi/Baduk), Gomoku (Five in a Row), and Animal Chess (Jungle/Dou Shou Qi) • Smart AI Opponents - Multiple difficulty levels from beginner to expert • Beautiful Interface - Elegant, intuitive design optimized for all screen sizes • Learn & Improve - Practice anytime, anywhere without an internet connection • Undo & Hints - Perfect for learning new strategies • Sound Effects - Immersive audio enhances your gameplay experience Perfect for players of all ages and skill levels. Download now and start your chess journey!

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Reversi Party Online

Features
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Play solo or together. Flip your way to victory! Multi Reversi Party brings a new twist to the classic game of Reversi, letting up to 4 players compete on the same board. Enjoy traditional 2-player Reversi or jump into chaotic 3- and 4-player matches where the board can change dramatically with every move. Want something different? Try the unique Overwrite rule, which lets you place a piece over an opponent’s piece. It adds a new layer of strategy and creates opportunities for dramatic comebacks. You can also personalize your game using your own photos. Turn photos of your pets, family, travels, or favorite memories into custom boards and pieces. Features • Classic 2-player Reversi • Up to 4 players • Local multiplayer on one device • Single-player matches against CPU opponents • 4 CPU difficulty levels • Unique Overwrite rule • Multiple board sizes • Customize boards and pieces with your own photos • Online multiplayer Simple to learn, but with plenty of new ways to play. Play a quick match on your own or bring friends and family together for a completely different Reversi experience. Flip. Overwrite. Make your comeback!

Screenshots

棋藝研究所 Chess Academy4 screens
Reversi Party Online4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: 棋藝研究所 Chess Academy at every 5 days against Reversi Party Online's every 3 months. 棋藝研究所 Chess Academy also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.5). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 棋藝研究所 Chess Academy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Reversi Party Online sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

棋藝研究所 Chess Academy ships an update every 5 days, Reversi Party Online every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
棋藝研究所 Chess Academy versus Reversi Party Online: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter棋藝研究所 Chess AcademyReversi Party Online
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size157 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOuTech LimitedRYUSUKE ISHIZAWA

In-app purchases

10 purchases

棋藝研究所 Chess Academy

Subscriptions3
  • VIP Bronze Membership$2.991 Month
  • VIP Platinum Membership$19.991 Month
  • VIP Annual Membership$29.991 Year
One-time7
  • Starry Night Theme$1.99
  • Wood Grain Theme$1.99
  • Chinese Classic Theme$1.99
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  • Theme - Jade Palace$1.99
  • Theme - Cyberpunk$1.99
  • Theme - Golden Palace$1.99
  • Lifetime VIP Membership$99.99
4 purchases

Reversi Party Online

One-time4
  • デザイン変更$0.99
  • 多人数プレイ解放$0.99
  • 上書き機能解放$0.99
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  • 全機能アンロック$1.99

Questions

Is 棋藝研究所 Chess Academy free?
棋藝研究所 Chess Academy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Reversi Party Online free?
Reversi Party Online is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 棋藝研究所 Chess Academy or Reversi Party Online have ads?
Both 棋藝研究所 Chess Academy and Reversi Party Online show ads.
Which is updated more often, 棋藝研究所 Chess Academy or Reversi Party Online?
棋藝研究所 Chess Academy ships an update every 5 days, and Reversi Party Online every 3 months. Most recently, 棋藝研究所 Chess Academy was updated on October 25, 2026 and Reversi Party Online on October 25, 2026.

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