Now available on iOS, iPadOS & macOS

Five in a row.
Hobo style.

The classic strategy game of Gomoku reimagined with a handcrafted, wandering spirit. Challenge an AI, play with a friend nearby, or go head-to-head across any of your devices.

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Hobo Chess Classic gameplay

Everything you need to play

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Five AI Opponents

From the carefree Boink to the formidable Nexus — find your match and sharpen your strategy at any level.

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Local Multiplayer

Connect with friends over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth — no internet required. Just two hobos and a board.

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Handcrafted Feel

Every line drawn, every mark placed feels like it belongs on a well-worn piece of paper.

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Make It Yours

Choose your avatar, board color, and piece colors. Twelve board themes and twelve piece colors to mix and match.

Undo Countdown

Changed your mind? A configurable countdown lets you pull back your move before it's committed.

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All Your Devices

One purchase, one game — at home on iPhone, iPad, and Mac with layouts built for each platform.


See it in action

Hobo Chess Classic on Mac
Hobo Chess Classic on Mac
Hobo Chess Classic on Mac
Hobo Chess Classic on Mac
Hobo Chess Classic on Mac
Hobo Chess Classic on Mac
Hobo Chess Classic on Mac
Hobo Chess Classic on Mac
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPad
Hobo Chess Classic on iPhone
Hobo Chess Classic on iPhone
Hobo Chess Classic on iPhone
Hobo Chess Classic on iPhone
Hobo Chess Classic on iPhone
Hobo Chess Classic on iPhone
Hobo Chess Classic on iPhone