Comparison

揭棋Online vs Dark Xiangqi ™

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

Head to head
About

揭棋Online

Experience a thrilling variant of Chinese chess where pieces are randomized at the start. Test your luck and strategy in real-time online matches against players across platforms. Enjoy a simple yet engaging interface with beautiful graphics and sound.

Highlights
  • Online real-time matches
  • Cross-platform play
  • Randomized piece setup
  • Simple design and easy operation
  • Beautiful graphics and sound
  • Supports Traditional and Simplified Chinese
Features
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《揭棋Online - 暗象棋》是一隻十分刺激的象棋遊戲, 保証你一玩便上癒,運氣技巧缺一不可, 是最好玩的其中一種象棋! 揭棋(暗象棋)是什麼? 揭棋亦稱潮州象棋,越南文稱為Cờ tướng úp、Cờ úp,使用整個中國象棋棋盤,開始時除了『帥』可保留原位,其他棋子要洗亂,然後放在正式象棋玩法的棋子位置。 棋子的走法? 第一次移動:依照它的位置在一般象棋玩法時的走法 第二次移動:按棋子本身走法 還等什麼?快來 『飛象過河、飛士過河』,成為揭棋Online之皇者! 遊戲特色: - 支援網上即時對戰 - 支援跨平台對戰 - 支援繁簡中文 - 設計簡單,操作容易 - 精美畫面及音效 我們希望大家都會享受揭棋暗棋的棋盤遊戲 ! 如有任何建議, 請隨時聯絡我們 Email: info+jieqi@sohomob.com 立即成為Facebook粉絲 ! http://www.facebook.com/pages/SohoMob/199496160073425 Twitter關注我們: http://twitter.com/sohomob 網址: http://www.sohomob.com

About

Dark Xiangqi ™

Experience a unique twist on Chinese Chess where opponent pieces are hidden until engaged. Master strategy and unpredictability across various AI challenges and customizable boards. Perfect for both new players and seasoned strategists seeking a fresh challenge.

Highlights
  • Hidden piece mechanics
  • AI challenges with difficulty levels
  • Board and piece customization
  • Save and load game progress
  • Tactical move replay
  • Timed challenges
Features
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Embark on a mystical journey through the hidden depths of Xiangqi with "Dark Xiangqi," a captivating twist on the classic Chinese Chess experience, inspired by the Vietnamese "Cờ Úp" and the Chinese "揭棋". This mobile game intertwines the revered aspects of Xiangqi with the thrilling unpredictability of hidden pieces, offering an intriguing battleground for both new enthusiasts and veteran strategists. Discover the Veiled Battlefield In this enigmatic variant, the true identities of your opponent's pieces are shrouded in mystery, unveiled only upon direct engagement. Each clash is not just a contest of strategy, but a gamble against the unknown, making every move an exhilarating leap into the fog of war. Challenge the Unseen Foes Test your wits against AI adversaries, each calibrated to bring a unique blend of mystery and challenge. With multiple difficulty levels, "Dark Xiangqi" ensures that whether you're learning the ropes or honing your mastery, the game remains endlessly engaging and unpredictable. Craft Your Secret Strategy Customization is at your fingertips with a range of options to tailor your gameplay. Choose from various board designs and piece styles, each adding an aesthetic touch to your clandestine warfare. The board editor feature allows you to set up puzzles or practice specific scenarios, enhancing your strategic depth. Feature Highlights: Mystery Mode: Engage in battles where pieces reveal their identity only upon attack, adding a layer of suspense and intrigue. Save/Load Feature: Pause the enigma and resume your strategy anytime, anywhere. Diverse AI Challenges: From novice phantoms to grandmaster specters, face a spectrum of hidden adversaries. Personalization: Customize your battlefield with a selection of boards, pieces, and themes. Tactical Replay: Rewind and revise your moves, perfecting your strategy in the shadows. Timed Challenges: Test your speed and precision under the pressure of the ticking clock. Ascend the Ranks of Obscurity Each victory in "Dark Xiangqi" is not just a triumph, but a step closer to unraveling the mysteries of this age-old game. Collect experience points, climb the ranks, and establish yourself as a master of both strategy and the unknown. Join the World of "Dark Xiangqi" Download "Dark Xiangqi" today and immerse yourself in a world where tradition blends with mystery, and every move is a journey into the heart of strategy's shadowy realm. Your clandestine adventure awaits!

Screenshots

揭棋Online4 screens
Dark Xiangqi ™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 揭棋Online at 4.8 against Dark Xiangqi ™'s 4.2. 揭棋Online also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 57%) and ratings volume (69 vs 23). Dark Xiangqi ™'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, 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. 揭棋Online sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Dark Xiangqi ™ 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

揭棋Online holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 69 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of 揭棋Online's written reviews are positive against 57% of Dark Xiangqi ™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

揭棋Online ships an update every 10 months, Dark Xiangqi ™ every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
揭棋Online versus Dark Xiangqi ™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter揭棋OnlineDark Xiangqi ™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (69 ratings) — better4.2 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews — better57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings69 — better23
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size183 MB68 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSOHOMOB LIMITEDVM Mobile Team

Customer experience

揭棋Online

All ratings69 ratings
Positive97.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews52 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative23.1%

Dark Xiangqi ™

All ratings21 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral9.5%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral28.6%
Negative14.3%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

揭棋Online

One-time10
  • 7,000 金幣$0.99
  • 補簽卡 x 2$0.99
  • 40,000 金幣$4.99
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  • 破產優惠包: 40,000金幣 + 優惠金幣$4.99
  • 100,000 金幣$9.99
  • 破產優惠包: 100,000金幣 + 優惠金幣$9.99
  • 380,000 金幣$29.99
  • 破產優惠包: 380,000金幣 + 優惠金幣$29.99
  • 1,500,000 金幣$99.99
  • 破產優惠包: 1,500,000金幣 + 優惠金幣$99.99
1 purchases

Dark Xiangqi ™

One-time1
  • Premium$3.99

Questions

Is 揭棋Online free?
揭棋Online is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dark Xiangqi ™ free?
Dark Xiangqi ™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 揭棋Online or Dark Xiangqi ™?
揭棋Online is rated higher. 揭棋Online averages 4.8 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while Dark Xiangqi ™ averages 4.2 from 23 ratings.
Do 揭棋Online or Dark Xiangqi ™ have ads?
揭棋Online shows ads; Dark Xiangqi ™ does not.
Which is updated more often, 揭棋Online or Dark Xiangqi ™?
揭棋Online ships an update every 10 months, and Dark Xiangqi ™ every 5 months. Most recently, 揭棋Online was updated on November 1, 2026 and Dark Xiangqi ™ on November 6, 2026.

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