Overview

Released in 1983, this video game was developed by SEGA Enterprises Ltd. It is a digital adaptation of a traditional Japanese strategy game. The objective is to solve various “tsume shogi” puzzles, which are positions requiring a series of checks to achieve a forced mate, akin to chess problems.

Gameplay

The game consists of multiple shogi board setups where players must find the correct sequence of moves to deliver checkmate to the opponent’s king. It challenges players to think several steps ahead, enhancing their problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.

Historical Context

In the early 1980s, video game adaptations of traditional board games were popular as a way to introduce these games to a wider audience in a digital format. This game represented SEGA’s contribution to this trend, providing shogi enthusiasts with an engaging and interactive way to practice and improve their skills.

Impact and Legacy

As a part of SEGA’s early video game lineup, the project didn’t achieve the same level of popularity as some of their more mainstream games but holds a place in history for its attempt to bring the traditional game of shogi to the digital realm. It remains a noteworthy example of how classic games were integrated into early video game systems.