Kiou

Kiou is an online shogi game where you can play authentic matches using classic rules. You can learn the game with AI guidance or compete against other players, with characters accompanying you.

Learn and play shogi

AI assistance explains how pieces move and helps you understand strategic choices, answering questions about what to play next. You can also practice against AI at your own pace.

Game modes

• Online Matches: play in real time against players from around the world.
• Ranked Matches: compete and climb the ranks.
• Casual Matches: find a quick match and play a quick game.
• CPU Matches: practice against AI at your own pace.
• Special modes: play additional modes unique to Kiou.

Characters and effects

A cast of characters accompanies your matches. Strategies have tied effects, and cherry blossoms appear with each promotion.