# Mancala

> Mancala Madness: a classic game of strategy! Play offline or online.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appon.mancala](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appon.mancala)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.appon.mancala`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** AppOn Innovate
- **Category:** GAME\_BOARD
- **Downloads:** 8,853,821
- **Rating:** 4.05 / 5 (49,103 ratings)
- **Version:** 11.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-04
- **First published:** 2012-07-21
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 40 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appon.mancala)
- **Website:** [http://appon.co.in](http://appon.co.in/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://apponapi.co.in/ApponPrivacy/privacy\_policy.html](http://apponapi.co.in/ApponPrivacy/privacy_policy.html)

## Description

Mancala brings the ancient African sowing board game to your browser as a polished Chrome extension. Play online with friends or challenge a local opponent in two-player offline mode. The extension includes beautiful, themed boards (including seasonal Christmas designs), interactive self-learning tutorials, and strategy-focused mini-games to help you master openings and capture tactics. The objective is simple and deep: collect more beans in your Mancala than your opponent.

Rooted in centuries-old tradition, Mancala is known by many regional names—Congkak, Oware, Bao, Sungka, Kalah and more. This extension celebrates that heritage while offering modern conveniences: exclusive multiplayer, customizable boards, and guided lessons to improve your gameplay. Perfect for family play, casual gamers, and anyone who loves classic strategy board games.

## Rankings

- #15,625 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.appon.mancala.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Reviewers consistently praise Mancala for its relaxing, nostalgic feel, online and offline play, and solid visuals with clear tutorials. However, a recurring frustration across many reviews is the ad load, including pop-ups after moves and games. Users also report fairness issues related to matchmaking and bot lobbies, and they want a way to block problematic players. Overall, the app is enjoyable for Mancala fans but battles intrusive ads and matchmaking/design annoyances that affect long sessions.

### Pros

- Online multiplayer and offline play options
- Relaxing, fun and nostalgic Mancala experience
- Good graphics and visuals
- Easy to learn with clear rules and tutorials

### Cons

- Excessive ads and pop-ups interrupt gameplay
- Poor matchmaking/bot lobbies and inability to filter for real players
- Cannot block annoying players

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appon.mancala)