Comparison

Gammonix vs Backgammon Royale

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

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Gammonix

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Tired of backgammon apps that push coins, timers and endless online matchmaking? Gammonix is a clean, modern backgammon board you play offline against a smart AI or a friend on the same phone. No accounts, no coins, no pressure - just dice and strategy. It is the classic tables game, redesigned to open in a second, look beautiful and respect your time, whether you have five minutes or a full evening. Every other free backgammon game wants you online, watching ads between coin timers and waiting on strangers to move. You just want to roll the dice, plan your play and get better at the game. Gammonix strips it back to the pure tabletop experience: open it and play backgammon offline against the computer in seconds, or pass the phone to a friend for a face-to-face match. It loads instantly, remembers your game exactly where you left it, and never asks you to sign in or wait your turn behind a stranger. PLAY YOUR WAY - Beat a smart heuristic AI on three levels, from Beginner to Expert, that adapts to how you play. - Pass and play local 2-player backgammon on one device, handing the phone back and forth face to face. - Choose a quick single game or full match play to 1, 3, 5 or 7 points. REAL BACKGAMMON RULES - Raise the stakes with the doubling cube for genuine match tension. - Win double with gammons and triple with backgammons, exactly like over-the-board play. - Read the race at a glance with a built-in pip counter, so you always know who is ahead. MATCH PLAY AND THE DOUBLING CUBE - Learn the doubling cube the natural way, by feeling when to double, when to take and when to drop. - Play proper matches with the Crawford rule, so the cube decisions matter right down to the last point. - Track the match score point by point and turn a single game into a real test of nerve and strategy. LEARN AS YOU PLAY - COACH MODE - Turn on Coach and the board highlights the strongest move, so you improve every single game. - Get an accuracy rating after each match that shows how close your moves were to the best line. - Pick up real backgammon strategy - priming, hitting, running and bearing off - without reading a manual. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS - Watch your win rate, current streak and gammons climb across real stats and insights. - Spot your habits on a GitHub-style consistency heatmap of the days you played. - Unlock around 40 tiered trophies as you master the board. MADE TO FEEL GREAT - Switch between crisp light and dark themes to match your mood or the room. - Feel every roll and move with tactile haptics. - Use a clean, distraction-free interface in 6 languages. PERFECT FOR - Complete beginners learning the backgammon rules step by step, casual players who want a relaxing offline board game, and seasoned masters sharpening doubling-cube decisions on the commute, at the cafe or before bed - no internet required. PRIVATE AND FULLY OFFLINE - No account, no sign-up and no coins, ever. - Play backgammon with no internet connection, anywhere you go. - Your stats and progress stay on your device. Download Gammonix and enjoy backgammon the way it should be: a beautiful board, smart dice strategy and a coach in your pocket. Roll the dice, offer the cube, hit the blot and bear off at your own pace, no internet required. Your move.

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Backgammon Royale

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Backgammon Royale – Classic Board Game Experience the timeless game of backgammon with Backgammon Royale, a modern and polished board game designed for strategy lovers. Roll the dice, move your checkers and make the right decisions to outplay your opponent. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced backgammon player, every match offers a new strategic challenge. PLAY BACKGAMMON ONLINE AND OFFLINE Enjoy Backgammon Royale wherever you are. Play offline without an internet connection or go online and challenge other players. CLASSIC BACKGAMMON GAMEPLAY Backgammon Royale stays true to the classic rules and traditional gameplay while offering a smooth, modern gaming experience. Plan your moves carefully, take calculated risks and use your strategy to gain the advantage. FEATURES Classic backgammon gameplay Online and offline game modes Play without an internet connection Online multiplayer matches Strategic dice-based gameplay Smooth and responsive controls Modern and polished board design Challenging opponents Player profiles Achievements and rewards Progression system Competitive gameplay MASTER THE BOARD Every roll of the dice can change the game. Good strategy, smart decisions and a little luck can make the difference between victory and defeat. Improve your skills, win matches, earn rewards and become a true backgammon master. A TIMELESS BOARD GAME Backgammon is one of the world's most popular strategy board games, combining skill, probability and decision-making in every match. Whether you know the game as Backgammon or Tavla, Backgammon Royale brings the classic board game experience to your device. Roll the dice. Move your checkers. Master the board. Download Backgammon Royale and start your next backgammon match today.

Screenshots

Gammonix4 screens
Backgammon Royale4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Gammonix at none against Backgammon Royale's 10. Backgammon Royale's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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 Royale sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Gammonix asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 3 level
Gammonix versus Backgammon Royale: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGammonixBackgammon Royale
PriceFreeFree
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFerran EspunaArtepeak LLC

In-app purchases

None

Gammonix

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Backgammon Royale

One-time10
  • A Handful$0.99
  • Tavla Pouch$2.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
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  • Chest$4.99
  • ALL CHECKERS$4.99
  • ALL BOARDS$4.99
  • ALL DICE$4.99
  • ALL FELTS$4.99
  • Vault$9.99
  • EVERYTHING BUNDLE$19.99

Questions

Is Gammonix free?
Gammonix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Backgammon Royale free?
Backgammon Royale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Gammonix or Backgammon Royale have ads?
Gammonix shows ads; Backgammon Royale does not.

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