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Dive into Gomoku: The Classic Five in a Row, Now on Your Phone!
AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedWell rated- Rating on Google Play
- 4.48
- 5,149 ratings
- Installs
- 790 thousand
- Last updated
- June 12, 2026
- Ads
- Contains ads
- Size
- 16.6 MB
Gomoku has 790 thousand installs. Users rate it well: 4.5 stars from 5,149 ratings. Its best ranking is #37 in Top Free, Board in South Korea.
Pros & Cons
- Five AI difficulty levels provide scalable challenge from Easy to Expert
- Convenient gameplay primitives: Undo, Save/Load, and timer-based rounds
- Extensive customization options: multiple board sizes and diverse board/piece sets with zoom
- Ongoing improvements, including reduced ads in recent updates
- No explicit online multiplayer or social features are described in the app description.
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayComments on Gomoku for Android
Google Play Rating history and histogram
Store listing
By Popoko VM Games, from Google PlayDescription by Popoko VM Games Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Explore the timeless strategy of Gomoku, also known as Five in a Row, Caro, Omok, Renju, or Gobang. This classic board game, traditionally played on a 15x15 intersection Go board, challenges players to align five stones in an unbroken row to claim victory.
Gomoku brings this captivating game right to your phone, retaining the authentic feel of playing with black and white Go pieces. Whether it's family game night or a solo challenge against diverse AI opponents, this mobile version caters to all. With five difficulty levels ranging from Easy to Expert, even the most skilled players will find themselves tested.
Each victory in Gomoku is not just a mark of pride but also earns you experience points, increasing from +1 for Easy to a challenging +7 for Expert wins.
Key Features:
✔ Convenient Undo function.
✔ Ability to Save and Load games in progress.
✔ A range of AI difficulties, offering five levels to test your skills.
✔ Timer-based gameplay for added excitement.
✔ Custom board editor for a personalized gaming experience.
✔ A variety of board and piece sets to choose from.
✔ Zoom in and out for the best view.
✔ Multiple board sizes for varied gameplay: select from 9x9, 11x11, 13x13, and the classic 15x15.
Embrace the free-style version of Gomoku supported in this game, where forming a row of five or more stones leads you to victory. Get ready to enjoy the strategic depth of Gomoku on your phone!"
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- Contains ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 19
- App size
- 16.6 MB
- Needs Android
- 4.4+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Gomoku
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 3020.dgomoku
- Launched
- December 2017
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Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 7.9 thousand
- Per day
- 260
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 500+ thousand
- Launched
- December 2017
Installs over time
Gomoku has been installed 790 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 260 installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #37
- Chart
- Top Free
- Board
- Country
- South Korea
Google Play Rankings for Gomoku
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | South Korea | Board | Top Free |
| 173 | Japan | Board | Top Free |
Ranking history in South Korea
About the app and developer
About Gomoku
Gomoku is a board app developed by Popoko VM Games.
Download Statistics
Gomoku has been downloaded 790 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 7.9 thousand times. It is ranked in the top 100 board apps.
User Ratings
Gomoku is rated 4.48 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 5.1 thousand ratings.
App Information
Gomoku is freely available from Google Play. The APK size is 16.59 MB. The latest APK version available is 3020.dgomoku. The last update was on June 12, 2026.
Technical Requirements
Gomoku requires Android 4.4+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The APK has been available on Google Play since December 2017.
Gomoku is made and published by Popoko VM Games. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Popoko VM Games. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Popoko VM Games and are shown as published on Google Play.
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Frequently asked questions about Gomoku
Is Gomoku free?
Yes. Gomoku is free on Google Play.
Is Gomoku still available?
Yes. Gomoku is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on June 12, 2026.
Does Gomoku contain ads?
Yes. Google Play lists Gomoku as containing ads.
What Android version does Gomoku require?
Gomoku runs on Android 4.4 and higher.
How large is Gomoku?
Gomoku is 16.59 MB.
Is Gomoku suitable for children?
Google Play rates the content of Gomoku as suitable for everyone.
How many times has Gomoku been installed?
Google Play lists 500,000+ installs for Gomoku.
How do people rate Gomoku?
Gomoku scores 4.48 out of 5 stars, from 5,149 ratings on Google Play.
Who made Gomoku?
Gomoku was developed by Popoko VM Games. It is listed in the board category on Google Play.
What are the best alternatives to Gomoku?
People looking at Gomoku also look at these board apps: Dr. Gomoku, Gomoku - Caro - Renju, The Gomoku (Renju and Gomoku), Gomoku, 5 in a row board game, Gomoku.