iGammon
Developed by Tom Keith | Last updated: May 7, 2024
IGammon is a free-to-play board strategy game app, developed by Tom Keith, available on iOS and Android since its release in July 2009. The updated version 5.0 is now available to download, compatible with iOS 8.0+ and Android 10+. Before downloading this app, let's quickly review what IGammon has to offer.
About iGammon
Play backgammon against the computer or your friends. You'll have a lot of fun and you'll see your backgammon game steadily improve!
"The interface in iGammon is clean and easy to use. Best of all, it just works."
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FEATURES:
• Large board and checkers
• Fast animation
• Autoplay forced moves
• Fast-forward plays both sides to the end of the game for you
• Undo button lets you to take back moves
• Running pip counts
• Choose direction of play and checker colours
• Human-vs-human play. Use your iPad or iPhone as a traveling backgammon board!
• Hint feature gives you a suggestion if you can't decide what to do
*** Try the Hint feature! Just watch the lightbulb (hint indicator) to see if it disappears when you finish your move. If so, you can pick up the dice knowing you've make the best move. Otherwise, try something else or tap on the lightbulb to see the computer's suggestion.
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MODES OF PLAY
There are two modes of play: "table stakes" or "match play".
In TABLE STAKES, you and your opponent start with an equal number of chips. The goal is to collect all the chips before your opponent does. Use the doubling cube to increase the stakes. If you play with the "Jacoby rule", gammons and backgammon don't count unless the cube has been turned. If you play with the "Beavers rule", a player who accepts a double may immediately redouble and still keep the cube.
In MATCH PLAY, the goal is to be the first player to reach a specified total number of points. Use the doubling cube to increase the stakes. The "Crawford rule" takes the doubling cube out of play for one game when a player gets to within one point of winning.
You offer a double by sliding the cube over to your opponent's side of the board. Opponent can accept the double by pressing "Take" (the game continues at twice the previous stakes), or reject the double by pressing "Pass" (he loses the game and must pay the previous stakes.)
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COMPUTER PLAYER
The computer AI is VERY strong. There are two levels of play: Average and Strong. Both are fun and challenging.
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Thank you for all the suggestions. If you have a feature you'd like to see, please email me at tom@bkgm.com. Many user suggestions have already been incorporated into this app.
I hope you enjoy iGammon. Thank you for playing!
Tom Keith, August 2017
What's new in version 5.0
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
This version is totally rewritten in Swift. Try it out and let me know of any new features you'd like to see. Happy backgammoning!
Need help? Use our iGammon Walkthrough page or sign up and make your contribution today.
Download the iGammon App
iGammon has an IPA/APK download size of 32 MB on its latest version. iGammon is FREE to download. Ready to install? Ensure you have at least 39 MB of storage space available, then tap the button or scan the QR code below to start the download process!
Ranking History in App Store (U.S)
Changelog
Compatibility
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- Old devices: iPhone X/SE/8/7/6
- iPad Pro
- iPad Mini
Review: Great for training
I find this the best backgammon apps for practicing.. clean and simple .. much fun.
By Buzz1111
Review: Great backgammon app
Just tried it today. Really like it. No complaints on crazy rolls, bad luck... it happens more than most people...
By Chipraise