12 Games Like Gomoku (Free Online)

Love Gomoku? Here are 12 free games that give you the same kind of fun — all playable instantly in your browser, no download and no sign-up. Gomoku, also called Five in a Row, is an ancient pure-strategy board game with rules simple enough to learn in seconds and depth that rewards a lifetime of play.

▶ Play Gomoku itself

Best alternatives to Gomoku

  1. 1. Artillery Duel

    A close match — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. A turn-based tank artillery duel on randomly generated, destructible hills.

    ▶ Play Artillery Duel

  2. 2. Chess

    Same itch, different game — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. A complete, rules-accurate game of chess you can play against the computer or with a friend on the same device.

    ▶ Play Chess

  3. 3. Battleship

    If you want more of the same — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. Classic naval guessing duel on two 10x10 grids.

    ▶ Play Battleship

  4. 4. Reversi

    Worth a try — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. Classic Reversi on an 8x8 board — flank your opponent's discs to flip them, against a tough CPU or a friend.

    ▶ Play Reversi

  5. 5. Checkers

    Another favourite — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. Classic 8x8 checkers with mandatory captures, multi-jump chains, and kings, against a minimax CPU or a friend on the same screen.

    ▶ Play Checkers

  6. 6. Connect Four

    Scratches the same itch — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. Drop discs into a 7x6 grid and race to line up four in a row against a sharp CPU or a friend.

    ▶ Play Connect Four

  7. 7. Dots and Boxes

    A close match — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. Take turns drawing lines between dots, claim the box when you close its fourth side, and own the most boxes to win.

    ▶ Play Dots and Boxes

  8. 8. Hole Upper · 2 Player

    Same itch, different game — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. A split-screen party game for two.

    ▶ Play Hole Upper · 2 Player

  9. 9. Neon Hockey

    If you want more of the same — like Gomoku, it's a 2 player game. Fast neon air hockey, solo or with a friend.

    ▶ Play Neon Hockey

  10. 10. Dino Runner

    Worth a try — a change of pace from Gomoku. That offline dinosaur everyone knows, now online.

    ▶ Play Dino Runner

  11. 11. Pac-Man

    Another favourite — a change of pace from Gomoku. Munch every pellet in the maze while four clever ghosts hunt you down.

    ▶ Play Pac-Man

  12. 12. 2048

    Scratches the same itch — a change of pace from Gomoku. Slide numbered tiles around the board, merge the matching pairs, and climb your way toward the legendary 2048 tile.

    ▶ Play 2048

Frequently asked questions

What games are like Gomoku?

The closest matches are other 2 player games — Artillery Duel, Chess, Battleship and more. All are free and play instantly in your browser.

Is Gomoku free to play online?

Yes — Gomoku and every alternative on this page are completely free, with no download and no sign-up.

Where can I play games like Gomoku?

Right here on GameStudioHub. Every game listed below plays instantly in your browser on desktop or mobile — no install needed.