Shogi players can use Lishogi, an open-source server forked from Lichess and described as free and ad-free.
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Pychess Variants vs Mobile Apps
How do Pychess Variants and Mobile Apps compare? Here are the facts side by side: pricing, platforms, open-source status and what each one is for.
| Directory detail | Pychess Variants | Mobile Apps |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | PyChess Variants provides a server for chess variants, according to its repository description. | The Lichess mobile app connects to a free online chess server, with play against the computer and no registration or ads. |
| Website | ||
| Type | Open-source project | App |
| Topic | ||
| Pricing | Not confirmed | Free |
| Platforms | Not recorded | Android, iOS, Web |
| Open source | Yes | Not stated |
| Language | English | English |
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