GoUniverse

A universal Go client based on HTML5 and JS

What is GoUniverse?

"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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Extension stats

By: KOCMOHABT

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Users: 7,000+

Rating: 4.43 (49)

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

Creation date: 2019-12-29

Risk impact: Low risk impact

Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 2

Permissions:

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

Size: 3.84M

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

URLs: Privacy policy

Ranking

# 12226 ▼ 29

Other rankings

#1689 in Just for Fun ▲ 8

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Extension summary

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GoUniverse A universal Go/Baduk/Weiqi client based on Html5 and javascript.

Supported servers:

KGS (Kiseido Go Server) www.gokgs.com

User reviews

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Pros

Much better than the original KGS interface
Stable performance
Nice board design
Very useful for accessing Go games
Serves the Go-playing community well

Cons

Missing sound effects for stone placements
Random disconnections leading to forfeits
Poor overall layout and confusing typography
Lack of a chime for auto-match notifications
Score estimator needs improvement

Most mentioned

Missing sound effects
Disconnections and forfeits
Interface confusion
Need for the auto-match chime
Praise for usability over KGS

Recent 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?