KGS Client

Name: KGS Client
Price: 4.99 USD
Rating: 3.8095238 (1055 reviews)
Author: United States Go Foundation

By: United States Go Foundation

Play, watch, or record go games on the KGS Go server, all from your phone!

Features & Capabilities

KGS Client is a dedicated mobile extension to connect with the KGS Go server, a renowned platform for playing the strategic board game Go (also known as baduk or wei-chi). With this extension, users can engage in live games against other KGS members, watch ongoing matches, and record games for later review. Recorded games are saved on KGS servers and can be accessed through the official KGS website. To use this client, users must have a free KGS account, which can be obtained by visiting the KGS website prior to using the app. The extension does not support creating accounts from within the client itself. This tool is perfect for Go enthusiasts seeking on-the-go gameplay and spectating capabilities.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Game Games

By:

United States Go Foundation

Downloads:

14,048

Rating:

3.81

(1,055)

Version:

VARY Last updated: 2019-10-15

Publisher country:

Price:

4.99

Email:

ad*****@gokgs.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-14

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 476,381 ▲ 2,821

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Developed by:

United States Go Foundation

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gokgs.client.android

Email:

ad*****@gokgs.com

Website:

https://www.gokgs.com

User Reviews

Users find the KGS Client app functional for casual Go play and watching games with minimal data usage. However, it suffers from persistent upgrade prompts, slow or impossible matchmaking, and lacks important features like game reviews, custom settings, and posting open games. The UI feels clunky and less intuitive than the desktop client. Sound and zoom functions are poor or missing, leading to a subpar mobile experience overall.

Pros

Decent for playing Go on the go or casually on mobile devices.
Easy to use with minimal data consumption when the internet is stable.
Allows watching active games which some users appreciate.
Includes basic functionality for playing Go games.
Some users love the app despite missing features.

Cons

App repeatedly prompts for upgrades that do not exist, causing frustration.
Difficult and slow to find games through automatch; no option to post open games.
Missing essential features like viewing past games, reviewing recently played games, and custom game setup options (e.g., changing komi or time settings).
UI is clunky and not user-friendly compared to the desktop/Java client version.
Lacks zoom functionality and has unpleasant sound effects, reducing the play experience.

Recent reviews

Every time the app starts it asks for an upgrade, which does not exist. This is mildly annoying.

Gh*****, 2023-03-30

Says my client is outdated but I'm using the latest version. Also I would love to be able to set up a custom game. Edit: 2023/03 still the same issue.