GoUniverse

A universal Go client based on HTML5 and JS

GoUniverse - Universal Go Game Client Extension for Chrome

"GoUniverse" is a Chrome extension that provides a universal client for the board game Go (also known as Baduk or Weiqi). Developed based on HTML5 and JavaScript technology, GoUniverse revolutionizes the way Go players interact online. This extension supports the KGS (Kiseido Go Server) for seamless gaming experience.

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By: KOCMOHABT

Users: 7,000+

Rating: 4.43

(49)

Version: 1.5.11 (Last updated: 2022-04-18)

Creation date: 2019-12-29

Permissions:

http://www.gokgs.com/
https://www.gokgs.com/
http://files.gokgs.com/

Size: 3.84M

Email: ko*****@gmail.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 10,896 ▲ 39

Other rankings

#1605 in Just for Fun ▲ 6

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

Better than the original KGS interface
User-friendly and helps players transition from KGS
Stable performance compared to older clients
Nice color and simple interface
Useful for playing Go without needing the outdated KGS client

Cons

Missing sound notifications for game events (like placing stones)
Disconnections leading to forfeits
Confusing layout and blurry typography
Lack of specific features like auto-match chime and chat shortcuts
Some functionality is missing compared to the Java client

Most mentioned

Need for sound notifications
Disconnections causing game forfeits
Overall interface improvement suggestions
Desire for additional chat features
Comparison with KGS client and need for updates

User reviews

I am trying to use an extension for the first time. In two out of four games i suddenly cannot play a stone but my clock keeps going and i lose by forfeit -even if I leave the site! I also cannot find a resume game option. Obviously if i cannot resolve these problems i cannot use this site

Micah Feldman, 2022-12-27

I love it, but the only HUGE missing feature is a chime when auto-match starts a game. I have lost quite a few games because the browser just happened to get buried and I forgot it was searching. Seriously, a chime is the only thing missing, and it is a gigantic problem.

Scott Detweiler, 2022-11-04

I am not sure why, I played a game and suddenly I cannot play my stone at around 200th move position, but the chat still goes through. This happens the second time since yesterday (17 Sep.). Anyone knows why?

Dino Hsu, 2022-09-18

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Extension safety

Risk impact

GoUniverse requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details

Low Request access to the following domains: gokgs.com

Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of GoUniverse. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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