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Shogi Lite -Chess-

By Shigeo Mimura · iPhone · iPad

4.0 (1.2K)4+FreeAvailable now

“Shogi” is a classic board game that has been popularly played for the past 1000 years. It is similar to the games of chess and xiangqi. One unique feature of “Shogi” is it allows players to use the captured pieces.

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Before you play.

Game style
Board · Strategy
Platforms
iPhone · iPad
Languages
EN, JA, ZH
Download size
12 MB (store snapshot)

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Is this your kind of game?

  • Explore board / strategy gameplay

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Before your first session

  • Check that your Apple device runs iOS 12.0 or later.

What’s new in 4.2.4.

◆ランキング機能を修正しました。

Release notes supplied by the developer through the App Store.

About Shogi Lite -Chess-

Developer description, as provided in the original store listing.

“Shogi” is a classic board game that has been popularly played for the past 1000 years.
It is similar to the games of chess and xiangqi.
One unique feature of “Shogi” is it allows players to use the captured pieces.

Good to know.

Developer
Shigeo Mimura
Release date
Nov 7, 2013
Latest version
4.2.4
Requires
iOS 12.0 or later
Price snapshot
Free JPY
Source checked
Nov 8, 2026

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Is Shogi Lite -Chess- available on iPhone?

Shogi Lite -Chess- is listed on the JP App Store. Availability varies by region and compatible device.

Is Shogi Lite -Chess- free?

The recorded download price is free. In-app purchases, subscriptions, or additional content may cost extra. Source checked Nov 8, 2026.

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