Shogi Android
Shogi gets 100+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, September 2026, rounded down to a band).
Shogi is #98 in Games › Board Free on Google Play in Japan and charting in 1 of 15 countries we track.
Updated 27 Sep 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperPopoko VM Games
CategoryGames › Board
PriceFree
Released
Installs100k+
Rating★ 3.5 (2.1k)
Updated
Content ratingEveryone
Rating
3.5 ★
2.1k ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#98
Games › Board FreeMeasured
Shogi on Google Play
App details
App ID
com.popoko.shogi
Publisher
Popoko VM Games
Content rating
Everyone
Shogi downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Google Play shows an exact lifetime install count; downloads per day are its daily change (measured). When Play hasn't refreshed the count, they come from new ratings and Top Free chart positions. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
Where Shogi's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Stickiness (DAU / MAU)
how many monthly users open it on a given day
Retention · share of new users still active
Day 1
Day 7
Day 30
Time spent · per daily user
Average time spent Pro
min a day
Sessions a day Pro
Time per session Pro
min
How this is calculated
Monthly users come from lifetime installs across every store, fitted on monthly active user figures companies publish; daily users = monthly × the typical daily/monthly ratio for the category. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in Shogi before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Not on any Top Grossing chart: monthly active users × spend per user for its category, measured on the charted apps nearest the bottom of the charts.
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How Shogi makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
In-app purchasesAds · 182 ad networks
One-off purchases
/mo
of revenue
Ads
/mo
of revenue
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 15 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | Games › BoardFree | #98 |
Apps near Shogi on the chart
Games › Board Free, around #98.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Rating
3.5 ★
2.1k ratings
Measured
Ratings
2.1k
Measured
Written reviews
8
Measured
About Shogi
🌟 Dive into the Ultimate Shogi Experience – Rated Top on the Play Store!
Unearth the magic of Shogi (将棋, shōgi) – Japan's treasure of strategic gameplay, revered as their version of Chess. Engage in thrilling battles on a board where every move tells a story. 'Shōgi', translating to the general's (shō 将) board game (gi 棋), is a testament to its captivating legacy.
Witness the unique charm of Shogi: the strategic genius of deploying captured pieces back onto the board, a twist that has captivated enthusiasts since its ancient inception.
Endorsed by legendary player Yoshiharu Habu, Shogi isn't just Japan's favorite pastime – it's a masterpiece of art. A symphony that harmonizes seamlessly with the traditional echoes of haiku, tanka, noh, ikebana, and the soulful Japanese tea ceremony. Its illustrious stature is carved by the age-old iemoto system, bolstered by historical shogunate backing.
🎖 Features that Elevate Your Shogi Adventure:
🔄 Crafted Undo: Strategize with freedom!
💼 Game Save/Load: Your game, on your time.
🔢 Skill Spectrum: Embark on journeys from beginner to maestro with 5 tailored difficulty levels.
⏳ Beat the Clock: Thrill in timer-driven confrontations.
🎨 Your Board, Your Rules: Customize with a robust board editor.
🔊 Aural Pleasure: Dive deep with tailored sound effects.
🎲 Diverse Gameplay: Westernized pieces, multiple piece sets, and board designs to choose from.
Join the ranks of Shogi connoisseurs. Immerse in an unparalleled blend of strategy, art, and tradition. Your board awaits.
Unearth the magic of Shogi (将棋, shōgi) – Japan's treasure of strategic gameplay, revered as their version of Chess. Engage in thrilling battles on a board where every move tells a story. 'Shōgi', translating to the general's (shō 将) board game (gi 棋), is a testament to its captivating legacy.
Witness the unique charm of Shogi: the strategic genius of deploying captured pieces back onto the board, a twist that has captivated enthusiasts since its ancient inception.
Endorsed by legendary player Yoshiharu Habu, Shogi isn't just Japan's favorite pastime – it's a masterpiece of art. A symphony that harmonizes seamlessly with the traditional echoes of haiku, tanka, noh, ikebana, and the soulful Japanese tea ceremony. Its illustrious stature is carved by the age-old iemoto system, bolstered by historical shogunate backing.
🎖 Features that Elevate Your Shogi Adventure:
🔄 Crafted Undo: Strategize with freedom!
💼 Game Save/Load: Your game, on your time.
🔢 Skill Spectrum: Embark on journeys from beginner to maestro with 5 tailored difficulty levels.
⏳ Beat the Clock: Thrill in timer-driven confrontations.
🎨 Your Board, Your Rules: Customize with a robust board editor.
🔊 Aural Pleasure: Dive deep with tailored sound effects.
🎲 Diverse Gameplay: Westernized pieces, multiple piece sets, and board designs to choose from.
Join the ranks of Shogi connoisseurs. Immerse in an unparalleled blend of strategy, art, and tradition. Your board awaits.