Royal Game of Ur
An Ancient Board Game
$1.99
2.5for iPhone, iPad and more
Age Rating
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About Royal Game of Ur
Game play now matches popular online British Museum video demonstrations.
This game dates back to at least 2,500 BC. Ancient boards and pieces were discovered in what was once the region of Mesopotamia. These were found in the Royal Tombs of Ur. There are many theories on how the game was played at that time. A game of chance and strategy that pits black versus white.
• Two variations to choose from for game play.
• Play against the computer.
• Play 'head-to-head' against friends or family.
• Play online opponents as well as compare your scores with other players using Game Center.
This game dates back to at least 2,500 BC. Ancient boards and pieces were discovered in what was once the region of Mesopotamia. These were found in the Royal Tombs of Ur. There are many theories on how the game was played at that time. A game of chance and strategy that pits black versus white.
• Two variations to choose from for game play.
• Play against the computer.
• Play 'head-to-head' against friends or family.
• Play online opponents as well as compare your scores with other players using Game Center.
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What's New in the Latest Version 2.5
Last updated on Apr 26, 2019
Old Versions
Erroneous bonus roll bug fix.
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Version History
2.5
Apr 26, 2019
Erroneous bonus roll bug fix.
2.4
Apr 23, 2019
Bug fix for opponent dice graphic.
2.3
Jan 10, 2019
Game play changes! Now more in line with British Museum rules.
•Now with 4 dice & improved dice roll graphics.
(the dice randomization function is accurate)
•Bonus dice roll when landing on rosette squares.
(bonus roll on '4' removed, roll of '0' is a turn skip)
•Now with 4 dice & improved dice roll graphics.
(the dice randomization function is accurate)
•Bonus dice roll when landing on rosette squares.
(bonus roll on '4' removed, roll of '0' is a turn skip)
2.2.1
Dec 15, 2018
Bug fix for the short version leader board reporting.
2.2
Dec 14, 2018
Now includes a second version for game play! This shorter version is more in line with how the game is played based on a popular video found online.
2.1.1
Oct 13, 2017
Improved layout for iPhone X.
2.1
Jul 3, 2017
Updated to work with the latest operating systems. Improved interface and squashed bugs.
2.0.3
Nov 7, 2013
• iOS7 bug fix.
• Improved graphics resolution.
• Extended layout for 4 inch iPhone screens.
• Improved graphics resolution.
• Extended layout for 4 inch iPhone screens.
2.0.2
Nov 17, 2011
iOS5 bug fix
2.0.1
Apr 7, 2011
Version 2.0.1 fixes an issue with the displaying of the opponents score.
2.0
Feb 16, 2011
Now in Version 2.0!:
-Play others ONLINE, add or compare your score with other players via Game Center integration. (Your device must be Game Center capable and be connected to the internet)
-Play others NEARBY, utilizing your devices Bluetooth capabilites. (sorry, 1st Gen. iPhone & 1st Gen. iPod Touch are NOT supported)
-Text chat with your online or nearby opponents!
-Various bug fixes and cosmetic improvements were made as well.
-Enjoy!
-Play others ONLINE, add or compare your score with other players via Game Center integration. (Your device must be Game Center capable and be connected to the internet)
-Play others NEARBY, utilizing your devices Bluetooth capabilites. (sorry, 1st Gen. iPhone & 1st Gen. iPod Touch are NOT supported)
-Text chat with your online or nearby opponents!
-Various bug fixes and cosmetic improvements were made as well.
-Enjoy!
1.0
Apr 1, 2010
Royal Game of Ur FAQ
Royal Game of Ur is available in regions other than the following restricted countries:
China
Royal Game of Ur supports English
Click here to learn how to download Royal Game of Ur in restricted country or region.
Check the following list to see the minimum requirements of Royal Game of Ur.
iPhone
Requires iOS 8.0 or later.
iPad
Requires iPadOS 8.0 or later.
iPod touch
Requires iOS 8.0 or later.