Best Shogi English Apps & Games

208+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
18 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

If you already know Classic Shogi Game, this is the deeper bench. 208+ shogi english apps and games for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of May 2026.

Top Picks for Shogi English

Classic Shogi Game#1

Classic Shogi Game by Cross Field Inc.

Play & learn japanese chess
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.4(155 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Learn and play Japanese chess with an AI opponent or against other players. Offers over 3000 puzzle stages and daily challenges to improve your skills. Customize your avatar and engage in online battles.

Shogi Quest Online#2

Shogi Quest Online by Mindwalk Corp.

Beginner Friendly Online Shogi
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.7(65 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Play shogi online against players worldwide or practice against AI. Track your progress with detailed records and improve your skills with various puzzle modes. Enjoy a unique variant and anti-cheating measures in this free-to-play game.

PiyoShogi#3

PiyoShogi by STUDIO-K Inc.

Japanese Chess
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.8(122 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Engage in Japanese chess with a charming AI opponent or challenge another player. Analyze your games with AI comparisons and manage your game records effectively. This app offers a robust Shogi experience for both casual and serious players.

More Shogi English apps to explore

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Shogi - Classic Shogi Master
Shogi - Classic Shogi Master
Shogi - Classic Shogi Master
10 Levels from Beginner to Pro
Free

Learn and play Japanese chess with an AI opponent offering 10 difficulty levels. Includes a Shogi Match-3 mini-game for casual fun and unlocking trivia. Suitable for both serious training and relaxed play.

10 AI difficulty levelsJapanese chess gameplayMatch-3 mini-game
🔧 Utilities
(6)
ad-supported
5
Shogi ™
Shogi ™
Shogi ™
Shogi: From Novice to Master.
Free

Experience the strategic depth of Shogi, Japan's version of Chess. This app offers a rich gameplay experience with customizable boards, multiple difficulty levels, and the unique mechanic of redeploying captured pieces. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned players.

Deploy captured pieces5 difficulty levelsCustomizable board editor
🎮 Games
(64)
free with in-app purchases
6
Shogi Wars
Shogi Wars
Shogi Wars
by HEROZ.inc
Free

Experience the strategic depth of Japanese chess with this app, offering fast-paced online and offline matches for all skill levels. Earn official diplomas and enjoy a realistic Shogi experience with advanced AI and customizable game modes.

Online and offline Shogi matchesWorld-class AI opponentMultiple time controls (10MIN, 3MIN, 10SEC)
🎮 Games
(131)
free with in-app purchases
7
Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition
Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition
Shogi Lv.100 Entry Edition
Classic Japanese Chess Game
Free

This app offers a free entry-level experience to the classic Japanese chess game, Shogi. It features multiple difficulty levels for computer opponents and allows for local multiplayer. In-app purchases unlock advanced features, remove ads, and provide access to stronger AI engines.

Free entry-level Shogi gameplayMultiple computer difficulty levelsLocal multiplayer (Human vs Human)
🎮 Games
(9)
free with in-app purchases
8
Shogi
Shogi
Shogi
by Kenichi Sato
Free

Engage in the traditional Japanese board game of Shogi. Challenge your skills against a computer opponent or test your tactical prowess with a variety of shogi problems. Perfect for both beginners and experienced players looking to improve.

Play Shogi against computerSolve Shogi problemsTraditional Japanese board game
🎮 Games
(516)
ad-supported
9
81Dojo (World Online Shogi)
81Dojo (World Online Shogi)
81Dojo (World Online Shogi)
JSA official shogi game
Free

Play international shogi games with advanced features like post-game analysis and realistic professional byoyomi voice. Enjoy a high-quality playing environment on the go, anytime and anywhere. This app offers a free and engaging experience for shogi enthusiasts.

Post-game analysis supportRealistic playing environmentProfessional byoyomi voice
🎮 Games
(68)
free
10
A guide to Shogi
A guide to Shogi
A guide to Shogi
by Kenichi Sato
Free

Learn the rules of Shogi, Japan's traditional board game. Practice your skills by playing against the computer. This app offers a comprehensive introduction to the game.

Learn Shogi rulesPlay against computerTraditional Japanese board game
🎮 Games
(89)
free with in-app purchases
11
Pro Shogi
Pro Shogi
Pro Shogi
by Shigeo Mimura
Free

Experience the ancient Japanese strategy board game, similar to chess. A unique mechanic allows players to reintroduce captured pieces into the game.

Classic Shogi gameplayCaptured piece reintroductionStrategy board game
🎮 Games
(10)
free
12
Shogi Live
Shogi Live
Shogi Live
by Japan Shogi Association
Free

Watch live professional shogi games anytime, anywhere. Access past games from the last six months and search for specific matches. Enjoy free daily puzzles and news.

Watch live professional shogi gamesReplay past games (6 months)Search games by tournament, player, day
🎮 Games
(27)
subscription
13
AI shogi - シングル対戦専用
AI shogi - シングル対戦専用
AI shogi - シングル対戦専用
オンライン対戦の練習にぴったり
Free

Improve your Shogi skills with this comprehensive app. It offers AI matches, Tsume-Shogi puzzles, and a beginner's guide to learn rules and strategies. Practice offline or online to become a stronger player.

AI computer gamesTsume-Shogi puzzlesBeginner's Shogi guide
🎮 Games
(5)
ad-supported
14
Shogi for beginners
Shogi for beginners
Shogi for beginners
Japanese Chess
Free

Learn and play Japanese chess with a simplified board option for beginners. Offers both casual play and authentic Shogi experiences.

Beginner-friendly small boardAuthentic Shogi gameplayCasual play option
🎮 Games
(778)
ad-supported
15
Kakinoki Shogi :Japanese Chess
Kakinoki Shogi :Japanese Chess
Kakinoki Shogi :Japanese Chess
by Yoshikazu Kakinoki
$4.99

Experience the strategic depth of Japanese chess with this app. Play against AI, another player, or even the computer itself. Features include handicap games, move hints, and the ability to save and share your games.

Human vs. computer, human vs. human, computer vs. computer modes7 levels of computer playHandicap games
🎮 Games
(1)
paid
16
Everybody Shogi
Everybody Shogi
Everybody Shogi
Casual Japanese Chess Game
Free

This app offers a fresh take on Japanese chess, making it accessible to beginners with puzzle-like stages and a friendly design. Players can enjoy daily challenges, collect unique pieces, and battle opponents worldwide. It's a fun and engaging way to learn and play strategy games.

Puzzle-like stagesDaily challengesPiece collection and customization
🎮 Games
(295)
free
17
Real Chess 3D
Real Chess 3D
Real Chess 3D
Ultimate 3D Chess Game
Free

Experience chess in stunning 3D graphics. Play against friends or the CPU with adjustable difficulty. Learn new strategies with interactive tutorials and customize your game's appearance. Save your progress and undo moves for a seamless experience.

3D graphicsSingle player vs CPUPass n Play with friends
🎮 Games
(148K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Open English: Learn English
Open English: Learn English
Open English: Learn English
by Open Education, LLC
Free

Learn English with live classes, native speakers, and interactive lessons. Access premium content for 24 hours free, including AI-powered pronunciation tools and exam preparation. Track your progress and earn certificates.

Unlimited live online English classes 24/7Native English-speaking teacher interactionsAI-powered pronunciation and correction tools
📚 Education
(10K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Sweet Shogi
Sweet Shogi
Sweet Shogi
Japanese Chess for beginners
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
20
Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess)
Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess)
Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess)
by Unbalance Corporation
$2.99

Master Japanese chess with 100 levels of computer opponents, or challenge stronger engines online. Unlock new boards and pieces by winning medals, and explore advanced strategies.

100 computer difficulty levelsOffline play with medal systemEngine Server Game for stronger opponents
🎮 Games
(3)
free with in-app purchases