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About Kiou

Welcome to Kiou. Test your skills against players from around the world in ranked matches, or face off against friends. A cast of charming characters welcomes you to the board, with AI move guidance for newcomers and a wide range of time controls for seasoned players. From your very first move to hard-fought battles, Kiou opens the door to shogi for players of every level.

Release Date

Jun 12, 2026

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Kiou FAQ & buying guide

What games are like Kiou?

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Role-playing (RPG)

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Is Kiou worth buying?

Steam

81% positive

'Very Positive', 103 reviews

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What is Kiou about?

Welcome to Kiou. Test your skills against players from around the world in ranked matches, or face off against friends. A cast of charming characters welcomes you to the board, with AI move guidance for newcomers and a wide range of time controls for seasoned players. From your very first move to hard-fought battles, Kiou opens the door to shogi for players of every level.

Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer

Quick answers

Is Kiou worth buying?

81% of 103 Steam user reviews for Kiou are positive ("Very Positive").

When was Kiou released?

Kiou released on June 12, 2026.

What platforms is Kiou available on?

Kiou is available on Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS. It supports single player, multiplayer.