This free, high-performance shogi app offers 40 levels of AI opponents, ranging from beginner to advanced (amateur 6-dan level). Enjoy comprehensive post-game analysis and record management features! Daily Tsume Shogi puzzles (four levels of difficulty) are also included.

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Challenge adorable "chicks" in this engaging shogi app! 40 levels cater to players of all skill levels, from novice to seasoned experts (highest level: Amateur 6-dan).

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■ New to Shogi? No Problem!

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Beginners will appreciate features such as introductory lessons, piece-dropping games, easy AI opponents, hints, pause functionality, and clear piece movement guides.

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■ Intermediate and Advanced Players Will Also Find it Satisfying

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• 40 levels of AI, culminating in an Amateur 6-dan challenge.
• Rating games to gauge your current skill level.

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■ Sharpen Your Shogi Skills

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• Post-game analysis identifies areas for improvement.
• Opening and battle styles are evaluated and displayed.

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■ In Short: This App Is...

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More than just cute! This surprisingly powerful shogi app caters to players of all skill levels.

[Main Features/Functions]

• Play against 40 levels of sophisticated AI.
• Two-player mode (face-to-face).
• Examination function compares your moves to AI's optimal moves.
• Integrated game record analysis automatically identifies questionable moves.
• Daily Tsume Shogi puzzles (beginner, intermediate, advanced, graded).
• Save and manage game records, including those from other shogi apps.

[Detailed Function Explanations]

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Play against authentic AI! Two-player mode (face-to-face) is also available.

• 40 levels of AI difficulty, suitable for all skill levels.
• Clear visual indicators show possible moves, making it beginner-friendly.
• "Hint" button suggests optimal moves and displays the reasoning behind them.
• Observe both player vs. computer and computer vs. computer matches.
• Two-player mode allows face-to-face gameplay (online play not supported).
• Change AI opponent mid-game (requires exiting and restarting in examination mode).
• Game results against AI are recorded.
• Piece dropping, custom time settings, and rating games are supported.

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Post-game analysis is key to improvement. Utilize the review function!

• Displays AI's optimal moves, your moves, and situation evaluations.
• Game record analysis automatically pinpoints weaknesses.
• Graphical display of situation evaluations helps identify problematic moves.
• Analysis results are saved with the game record.
• See the official website for detailed analysis interpretation. https://www.studiok-i.net/android/piyo_shogi.html

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Save and manage your game records! Import records from other shogi apps.

• Save game records against AI.
• Supports KIF/KI2/CSA game record formats.
• Copy/paste game records to the clipboard.
• Manage game records from various sources.
• Cloud storage integration (Google Drive, Dropbox).
• Create opening and Tsume Shogi phases.

[Official Website]

For comprehensive details, including function explanations and FAQs, visit: https://www.studiok-i.net/android/piyo_shogi.html

[Support]

Contact us through the "Send Request" option in the app's menu for any issues or feedback.

[Free App Provision]

This app is free thanks to in-app advertisements. Thank you for your understanding.

[Disclaimer]

While every effort has been made to ensure this software's stability, STUDIO-K assumes no responsibility for any damages incurred through its use.

What's New in Version 5.3.8 (Last updated November 1, 2024)

• 2024/10/29 ver5.3.8: Fixed an issue causing delays when pressing the [Menu] button during AI thinking.
• 2024/10/19 ver5.3.7: Slightly weakened AI levels 15-30.
• 2024/07/19 ver5.3.5: Implemented data transfer functionality for device changes (ratings, match records, Tsume Shogi progress, Piyo Story progress). Note: Game records are not transferred; save them to cloud storage.
• 2024/06/16 ver5.3.4: Dark mode now allows selection of non-chick pieces.