Ancient Board Game Collection

- Type: Traditional game
- Genre: Strategy
- Developer: Klemens Strasser
- Release date: May 1, 2022
- Status: Free with in-game purchases
- Platform: iOS, iPadOS
- Language: Multilingual
- Rating: 10/10
Ancient Board Game Collection is a compilation designed for enthusiasts of logic, tactics, and pure rule-based mechanics. It is not a narrative adventure, but a series of thoughtful intellectual duels where each match becomes its own story, written through your moves and decisions.
The collection is built around classic strategic board games from different cultures and historical periods. There is no rush and no reliance on reflexes: gameplay is entirely turn-based. Your objective is clear — outplay your opponent through positional thinking, strategic planning, and a deep understanding of each game’s unique rules. Some modes focus on surrounding and capturing enemy pieces, others on constructing winning formations or protecting a key piece striving for freedom.
The game offers several modes suitable for all experience levels:
- Tutorials to learn the rules
- Single-player matches against AI with multiple difficulty levels
- Local multiplayer on a single device
- Competitive options via online matches or Game Center integration
Each board game includes a detailed rule description as well as historical background, helping players better understand the mechanics and the original intent behind each strategic system.
Special attention is given to accessibility. VoiceOver support is implemented at a high level: all interface elements are read aloud, and every button has clear, unambiguous labeling. During gameplay, additional VoiceOver rotor actions appear, allowing quick navigation between pieces or valid move squares, significantly simplifying board navigation. The app is easy to learn, logically structured, and free of control barriers.
The atmosphere is enhanced by sound effects and haptic feedback when moving pieces, creating the sensation of interacting with a physical board game. The main menu features calm, ambient music that sets the tone for a focused and contemplative experience.
The Ancient Board Game Collection is ideal for anyone seeking an intellectual challenge, valuing the historical legacy of board games, and wanting to compete on equal terms. It is a collection where victory depends not on reaction speed, but on clarity of thought, memory, and strategic reasoning.