Mancala

Mancala is an ancient game played around the world.

Mancala - Ancient Game for Android

"Mancala" is an ancient game available on Android that allows players to engage in strategic gameplay using the popular Kalah version. Compete against the CPU with varying difficulty levels or challenge friends. With customizable settings and online score posting, players can enhance their gaming experience. The goal is to collect the most gemstones in your home pit through skillful moves. Ideal for travel, it offers a portable way to enjoy this classic game without losing pieces.
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App stats

Users: 348,027
1
Rating: 2.07
(1,041)
Version: 2.7 (Last updated: 2017-12-01)
Creation date: 2012-01-26
Permissions
Device & app history: retrieve running apps
Location: approximate location (network-based), precise location (GPS and network-based)
Phone: read phone status and identity
Wi-Fi connection information: view Wi-Fi connections
Device ID & call information: read phone status and identity
Other:
  • view network connections
  • full network access
  • draw over other apps
  • control vibration

Other platforms

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App summary

Mancala now available for android phones and tablets!

This is an ancient game played around the world.
There are many variations, but this game uses the most popular version of Kalah. Move & Capture Beads into your Home Pit.

You can play against the CPU with 3 difficulty levels to choose from. or play against your friend on your phone.

Unlock Achievements, post your score online and more!

customize your settings, to speed up or slow down the game.

The board game can be cumbersome to carry during travel, no losing pieces and much smaller on your phone or tablet.

Game Play:
Each player starts with 6 Pits (filled with 4 gemstones), totaling 48. The object of the game is to get the most gemstones in your Home Pit (Your Right Most Pit).

You get an extra turn if your last gemstone lands in your own mancala.

There is no luck or cheating in this game. This game is all about mathematical skill. Use techniques such as:
- free move (last stone ends up in your own mancala)
- hoarding
- forcing other player into Defense,(when you empty out one of your pits, creates capture opportunity later).

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Fun and enjoyable game for family and friends.
  • Some users found the game to be awesome.
Cons
  • Excessive ads that disrupt gameplay.
  • Game is glitchy and not functioning well for many users.
  • Difficulty with game mechanics, such as incorrect counting of stones.
Most mentioned
  • Too many ads preventing gameplay.
  • Game not functioning due to glitches.
  • Negative experiences with ads overpowering the game.
User reviews
The best mancala game, in the world,,,🌍 & family gonna love it, my friends, β˜ΊοΈπŸ˜€πŸ˜†

Long terrible ads and don't let the screenshots deceive you, there's no online play.
by A Google user, 2019-06-27

I couldn't even play the game because there was too many ads
by A Google user, 2019-06-14
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