Comparison

Narde vs Plakoto

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

Head to head
About

Narde

This app offers a strategic variant of backgammon where luck is removed, focusing on positioning and tactical blocking. Play against AI or global opponents, mastering unique rules and building your legacy through skillful play.

Highlights
  • Pure strategy, no luck
  • Solo mode against AI
  • Online multiplayer via Game Center
  • Authentic Narde rules
  • One-tap movement
  • In-game rulebook with tips
  • Daily leaderboards
Features
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Experience the strategic depth of the beloved backgammon variant! ◆ Pure Strategy, No Luck Unlike traditional backgammon, Narde eliminates the element of chance through hitting. Every checker you place is safe, transforming the game into a thrilling race of positioning and tactical blocking. Master the art of building primes, managing your pieces, and outmaneuvering your opponent in this chess-like twist on a classic! ◆ Game Features Two Ways to Play: ► Solo Mode - Challenge sophisticated AI in matches of 1, 3, 5, 11, or 15 rounds. Perfect your strategy with optional doubling cube! ► Online Multiplayer - Compete globally through Game Center. Start with 2,000 chips and build your fortune one strategic victory at a time! ◆ Authentic Narde Rules: • Strategic "head" rule - only one checker can leave your starting point per turn • No hitting - create blocking positions instead of risky blots • Build powerful primes (but not too powerful - fair play rules apply!) • Both players race in the same direction for unique tactical challenges ◆ Smart Features: • One-tap movement with intelligent die ordering • Advanced random dice algorithm ensures completely fair rolls • Clean, intuitive interface designed for iOS • Comprehensive in-game rulebook with strategy tips • Daily leaderboards to track your dominance ◆ Why Narde? If you love backgammon but crave more strategy and less luck, Narde is your perfect match. Every game is a battle of wits where superior positioning beats fortunate rolls. Whether you're a backgammon master seeking a fresh challenge or a strategy game enthusiast looking for your next obsession, Narde delivers depth, excitement, and endless replayability. ◆ Build Your Legacy • Climb the daily leaderboards • Accumulate chips through skillful play • Master both aggressive racing and patient blocking strategies • Join a global community of strategic thinkers Download now and discover why Narde has captivated players for generations!

About

Plakoto

This app offers a digital version of Plakoto, a popular backgammon game played in Greece and other regions. It features multiple difficulty levels, single and two-player modes, and detailed game statistics. The game emphasizes player skill for a higher probability of winning.

Highlights
  • 6 difficulty levels
  • One or Two player mode
  • Game dice statistics
  • Dices without cheat
  • Undo move
  • No banners
Features
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Plakoto is one of three backgammon games popular in Greece (Πλακωτο). The other two are Fevga and Portes. The three games together are called Tavli. Plakoto is also played in Bulgaria where it is known as Tapa and in Middle East where it known as Mahbouseh, محبوسة, Mahbuse. Features: # No Banners! # 6 difficulty levels # One or Two player mode # Game dice statistics # Dices without cheat # Long move # Undo move Main difference from Narde and Tawla 31: pinning the blots. In Plakoto player's skills give more than 90% probability to win. Regular Backgammon gives only about 70%.

Screenshots

Narde4 screens
Plakoto4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Narde at 4.2 against Plakoto's 3.3. Narde also leads on ratings volume (364 vs 3). Plakoto's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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. Narde sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Plakoto asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Narde holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Narde has 364 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Narde ships an update every 2 months, Plakoto every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Narde versus Plakoto: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNardePlakoto
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (364 ratings) — better3.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews50.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings364 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB9 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAdikusMiroslav Kisly

Customer experience

Narde

All ratings363 ratings
Positive78.2%
Neutral8.5%
Negative13.2%
Written reviews187 reviews
Positive50.3%
Neutral12.8%
Negative36.9%

Plakoto

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Narde

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Dice roll #5 does not allow piece movement
  • Game refuses to allow valid moves
  • Doubles cannot be used when spaces are blocked
  • Possible movements not underlined after update
  • Rule changes for first roll (3:3, 4:4, 6:6)
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  • Piece placement position incorrect in some versions
  • Color contrast too neutral making game hard to see
  • Accept/Reject buttons swapped in dialogs
  • Rules link does not work
  • Game lag and performance issues

Requested features

10 requests
  • Publish dice rolling algorithm for peer review
  • Implement doubling cube in live play
  • Add difficulty levels for computer opponents
  • Display opponent statistics and skill levels
  • Persistent scoring system across sessions
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  • Better rule explanations and tutorials
  • Music alert when opponent joins waiting game
  • Option to change color skins/themes
  • Real player matching instead of bots
  • Improved online matchmaking system

Plakoto

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Narde

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
None

Plakoto

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Narde free?
Narde is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Plakoto free?
Plakoto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Narde or Plakoto?
Narde is rated higher. Narde averages 4.2 out of 5 from 364 ratings, while Plakoto averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Narde or Plakoto have ads?
Both Narde and Plakoto show ads.
Which is updated more often, Narde or Plakoto?
Narde ships an update every 2 months, and Plakoto every 2 weeks. Most recently, Narde was updated on October 24, 2026 and Plakoto on October 24, 2026.

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