Editorial review: Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess) APK and install guide

The install decision for Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess) starts with identity. A title, icon, and screenshots are helpful, but they are not enough unless the package name, developer, version, Android requirement, source status, and privacy path are visible. opskd keeps those APK checks exposed for this board game: jp.co.unbalance.AnKShogi, UNBALANCE Corporation, version 1.1.12, Not published by official listing, and Check official listing before install.

The official short summary says: "The most popular Shogi (Japanese Chess) game in Japan.". opskd treats that as a claim to verify, not as a complete review, because store copy often emphasizes features while leaving permissions, account requirements, monetization, and source status for the user to check separately.

10,000+ installs is a smaller adoption signal, so the listing should be checked more carefully for developer transparency, privacy policy quality, and whether screenshots support the stated purpose. 4.5 out of 5 across 452 ratings suggests a generally positive reception. For this score band, the useful question is whether the app's strengths match your needs and whether recent updates or user expectations have changed since the rating base was built.

The update signal is older than a year, about 2429 days ago. Treat that as a reason to verify Android compatibility, developer support, and whether the app still works as described.

Who this APK listing is for

Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess) is most relevant for players who want thoughtful turn-taking, local multiplayer, or classic tabletop strategy without a complicated setup. A good fit means the app's stated purpose, screenshots, rating pattern, developer identity, and official source all support the same story. If you only need a quick category browse, compare it with nearby board alternatives; if you are close to installing, slow down and check the APK identity rows first.

  • Best fit: players who want thoughtful turn-taking, local multiplayer, or classic tabletop strategy without a complicated setup.
  • Review focus: rules clarity, match length, offline support, fairness of matchmaking, and whether ads interrupt the board state.
  • Current public signal: 10,000+ installs and 4.5 out of 5 rating data.

APK source and identity

This page exposes APK metadata for the listing but does not claim to host a standalone APK package. That distinction is intentional. Use the package name, version, file size field, Android requirement, and official listing link as comparison points when you verify the app outside opskd.

  • Package: jp.co.unbalance.AnKShogi.
  • Version shown: 1.1.12.
  • Source status: APK metadata only.
  • Integrity status: No standalone APK hash is published for this listing yet.

Listing quality signals

The useful signals for Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess) are not only the headline score. opskd reads the listing through category fit, developer transparency, version clarity, source status, screenshot availability, privacy policy access, and whether the official description makes specific claims that can be checked. For board, the most important review focus is rules clarity, match length, offline support, fairness of matchmaking, and whether ads interrupt the board state.

  • Ads or ad-like wording appear in the listing, so review whether placement interrupts active tasks or gameplay.
  • Paid features, subscriptions, trials, or in-app purchases may affect the real cost of using the app.
  • Category fit matters here: for board, the review focus is rules clarity, match length, offline support, fairness of matchmaking, and whether ads interrupt the board state.

Trust checks before install

For board games, permissions can matter as much as the feature list. look at storage size, account requirements, online matchmaking permissions, and whether the game can be paused safely. A privacy policy is especially important when the app handles documents, children's activity, learning progress, files, cloud sync, user accounts, location, chat, or social features. If a permission does not fit the app's purpose, treat that as a reason to slow down and verify the developer's explanation.

  • Developer website — Check ownership, support channels, and product documentation from UNBALANCE Corporation.
  • Privacy policy — Review what data may be collected, shared, or retained.
  • Official listing — Confirm the current version, rating, screenshots, and install availability.

Decision checklist

Use this checklist before acting on Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess). It is designed for quick comparison across all APK listings on opskd, so every app keeps the same core fields visible while the surrounding review notes adapt to category, rating, update freshness, and source status.

  • Confirm that jp.co.unbalance.AnKShogi matches the official listing before trusting any install path.
  • Compare version 1.1.12, file size Not published by official listing, and Android requirement: Check official listing before install.
  • Review UNBALANCE Corporation's privacy policy and support links, especially if the app asks for accounts, files, location, camera, microphone, contacts, or cloud sync.
  • Treat 4.5 out of 5 and 10,000+ installs as discovery signals, not proof that the app is safe or right for your device.

Bottom line: Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess) is worth considering only if its package name, developer, source status, version, Android requirement, privacy policy, and permission profile all make sense for your use case. opskd keeps every APK listing exposed while adding this review layer so the page offers more than copied store text and gives you a clearer path before installing.

Official listing description

This is the official app listing description provided for reference. It does not mean opskd hosts a direct APK file for this app.

Kanazawa Shogi Level 100 is the most popular Shogi (Japanese Chess) game in Japan.
【Version up!】 Now you can play against a stronger computer engine in Engine Server Game.


■What is "Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess)"?
Shogi, also known as Japanese chess, is the most popular
thinking game in Japan. Unlike chess, the captured pieces could
be returned to the board to be used as a piece for the captured player.
Why don't you challenge this exciting Japanese game!
The Help feature within the game will help you understand the rules of Shogi.


■Off-line Game
"Shogi Lv.100" has 100 different levels of play from beginner to expert.
Challenge to win medals by defeating computer!
You will win medals by defeating computer in off-line game.
If you collect a certain number of medals, new types of board and pieces will be awarded.


■Engine Server Game (Playing tickets are needed to be purchased)
You can play against a stronger engine in "Lv.200 mode" and "Expert mode" .

"Lv.200 mode"
We have added new 200 strength levels, which are all above the off-line 100 levels.
You can enjoy another higher level of game and challenge to complete all the medals.

"Expert mode"
We have provided a special mode for further advanced players, in which you can select the playing style among 5 different strategies.
(Fujii system, Rapid attack vs 4th-file rook, Gokigen central rook, Bear in the hole, None)
There are 5 levels of play for each playing strategy.

・Prices of the subscription for playing the Engine Server Game is US$2.54 per month.

■Other Features:
- Human vs Computer, Human vs Human(sharing a single device)
- Let you know your turn by vibration
- Automatic zooming for easy viewing and operations
- Save/Load game record
- Hint feature
- Enable to view full game history of the game record and restart game from the selected move
- Transmit game record by e-mail
- Beautiful graphics and realistic sound effects
- Automatic reading out for each move in Japanese
Application popularity
89%
  • 452 ratings
  • 13 reviews

APK details

Shogi Lv.100 (Japanese Chess) APK identity, source status, and install checks.

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  • Package namejp.co.unbalance.AnKShogi
  • Version1.1.12
  • File sizeNot published by official listing
  • Android requirementCheck official listing before install
  • APK sourceOfficial Google Play listing only
  • Integrity checkNo standalone APK hash is published for this listing yet
  • Safety noteInstall only after checking the official listing and requested permissions.
APK source checkopskd does not host a direct APK for this listing yet. We show the package name, version, file size, Android requirement, and official listing so you can verify the app before leaving the page.

App Information

  • DeveloperUNBALANCE Corporation
  • CategoryBoard
  • Version1.1.12
  • Installs10,000+
  • UpdatedOct 9, 2019
  • ReleasedSep 2, 2011
  • Content ratingEveryone
  • Android versionAndroid
  • SizeUnknown

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