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Double-Move Shogi

Also known as: Nite-sashi Shogi / Two-move shogi
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Double-move shogi is shogi for 2 players, about 10 minutes, where each turn is two moves and you win by actually capturing the king. Pieces move as in shogi. Free in your browser, no sign-up.

Play with friendsJust send the invite link. No sign-up for them either
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Practice against the computerStart right away. Choose the strength
CPU strength
WeakerStronger
Find an opponent onlineComing soon (October)
Tutorial (3 min)Learn the rules as you play

What we record

Double-Move Shogi in 30 seconds

  1. Set upThe same board, pieces and starting position as shogi.
  2. Take turnsBlack's first turn is one move; after that, two moves a turn.
  3. Two movesMove the same piece twice, or drop a piece and move it at once.
  4. WinCapture the enemy king.

At a glance

The numbers for this game. These match the actual game implementation.
ItemThis game
Players2 players
Play timeAbout 10 min
TypeBoard
Ranked playNo
Practice against the CPUYes
PriceFree (no account needed)
Rights holderA public-domain classic game
Last updated2026-09-25

How to play Double-Move Shogi online with friends

  1. Tap "Play with friends"A party is created with a 6-character code. No account is needed.
  2. Send a link or QR codeShare it on LINE, or just read the code aloud.
  3. Everyone opens it in a browserOnce 2 players have joined, the host taps "Start".

Rule highlights

Setup, play, winning, and house rules

Setup

  • Use a 9×9 shogi board and the usual 40 pieces, set up as in shogi.
  • When you play again, Black and White swap (you can turn this off).

How to play

  • Black's very first turn is a single move. After that, starting with White, each turn is two moves.
  • The two moves can be the same piece twice or two different pieces. You may drop two pieces, or drop a piece and move it straight away.
  • Moves, promotion, drops, two pawns on a file and pieces with no further move are as in shogi.
  • Leaving your king in check, or moving it into an attacked square, is not illegal — but the king can then be captured.

Winning

  • You win the moment you capture the enemy king. Even a checkmate position is not the end: with two moves your opponent may still get away.
  • You also win if your opponent has no legal move.
  • If the same position appears four times the game is a draw and is replayed. Repeated checks lose for the checking side.

House rules

Default is this site’s setting. Changeable shows whether the party can change it.
NameDescriptionDefaultChangeable
Show legal squaresMark the squares a selected piece can reach.OnYes
Swap who startsSwap who plays Black after each game.OnYes
Move limitDraw the game once this many moves have been played. For tables that want to cut a long game short.NoneYes

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FAQ

How many players?

Two. Playing alone, you can take on the computer.

How long is a game?

About 10 minutes. Kings come under fire quickly, so games end sooner than in shogi.

Is it good shogi practice?

Yes. It trains you to see two moves ahead and shows how much a king's defence matters.

Can I play on a phone?

Yes. No app is needed — just open it in a browser. You can join the same party as people on a PC or tablet.

Can two people play?

Yes. This game supports 2 or more players.

Rights holder and physical edition

This is a public-domain classic game. The rules follow the standard reference rules.

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Last updated 2026-09-25 · Run by Qdan, Inc.