Backgammon NJ
Backgammon NJ
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Backgammon NJ

Challenge a world-class neural network AI and master your strategy with professional-grade analysis tools. Experience the most honest, technical, and deep backgammon simulation designed for the competitive strategist.

Key Figures

Downloads

207K+

User Rating

4.1/5

Total Ratings

6K+

Publisher

Jimmy Hu

Category

Games

Locales

1

Latest Version

7.0.2

Size

19.7 MB

First Released

Sep 1, 2009
Features

Master the Game with World-Class Tools

Designed for serious players, our advanced neural network and in-depth analysis tools turn every match into a professional-level training session.

World-Class Neural Network AI

Challenge yourself against a pro-level opponent that uses advanced logic, not luck, to push your strategic thinking to its limits.

Real-Time Tutor & Analysis

Improve your game with Tutor Mode, instant hints, and detailed post-match analysis to identify every error and maximize your equity.

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Screenshots

Backgammon NJ - Backgammon NJ board game interface with checkers and dice

Backgammon NJ board game interface with checkers and dice

Backgammon NJ - Backgammon NJ board design and checker color selection screen

Backgammon NJ board design and checker color selection screen

Backgammon NJ - Backgammon NJ online multiplayer game center settings and chat interface

Backgammon NJ online multiplayer game center settings and chat interface

Backgammon NJ - Two mobile screens displaying detailed game statistics and technical match analysis for Backgammon NJ.

Two mobile screens displaying detailed game statistics and technical match analysis for Backgammon NJ.

Backgammon NJ - Backgammon NJ settings screen showing gameplay display and rule customization options

Backgammon NJ settings screen showing gameplay display and rule customization options

Description

● GAME CENTER -- Play online, chat, invite friends, auto-match with random players { Real-time } Play online in real-time { Turn-based } Play online at your own pace ● VERSATILE -- Play offline vs. computer or against another person in 2-player mode ● CUSTOMIZABLE -- More options than any other backgammon app Play & learn backgammon at skill levels ranging from beginner to world-class! Backgammon NJ is a full-featured game which uses an advanced, neural network-based, artificial intelligence. Play against a computer AI, another person in 2-player mode on one device, or online against friends & other players. Using Tutor Mode & Hints, Backgammon NJ can show you how to improve your game! Discriminating players will appreciate how well the AI plays. It uses a neural network trained on millions of positions, a bearoff database, & a match equity table to achieve strong gameplay that will challenge even expert players. REVIEWS "[I] know strong bg play when I see it. This app is the strongest iPhone bg app I've played with by far. It does not cheat period. ...Analyzing these matches with eXtreme Gammon confirms a world class level of play with normal luck factors. If you are losing, get over it. So would 99.9% of the other backgammon players in the world. It is just that good. Learn from it." -Richard Munitz, Giant of Backgammon, #21 world ranking in 2009 "Backgammon NJ plays at an extremely high level with an excellent interface, and I often use it to practice on my iPhone when I am traveling. I recommend it highly to my students and friends." -Phil Simborg, Professional Backgammon Teacher and Player, www.mindgamescenter.com "I've played over 500 games now; I've checked about 5% of these against World Class Desktop programs (GNU, BGBlitz); and I've actually used some of the competition. NJ has the best interface and has more useful functions than any other backgammon apps out there." "For serious backgammon players, Backgammon NJ is the way to go." -Macworld.com, May 2012 IS THIS GAME RIGHT FOR YOU? This game is best for people: • Who recognize the strength of neural network backgammon bots • Who want to improve their game by playing against a world-class level AI • Who will use the in-depth, technical features included in the app to prove that it is honest (https://www.njsoftware.com/note.html) • Who won't expect to win consistently on the higher skill levels FEATURES • Neural network-based AI • 2 game types: Standard Backgammon or Nackgammon • 4 skill levels: Easy, Medium, Hard, Expert • Customizable board design & checker colors • Mersenne Twister algorithm for random number generation • Doubling cube • Single games or match play up to 25 points • Crawford rule for match play • 1-player mode vs. computer • 2-player mode on one device • Game Center: Play real-time or turn-based online matches with friends & other players • Chat with your online opponent • Online Elo & Experience leaderboards • Block list for auto-match • User-friendly, tap-to-move interface • Highlighted checker movement options • Hint & Undo • Learn with Status Meter & Tutor Mode • Game & dice stats, including Elo rating & ER • Match info: GnuBG ID, win chances, equity, top 10 moves, & cube decisions • Email match files • Practice mode with unlimited undo (1-player vs. computer) • Manual match recording mode with unlimited undo & speed mode option • Options to reverse board direction, resign, use one-tap moves, auto bearoff, auto finish, use Jacoby rule, & much more • Match analysis (in-app purchase): Analyze past match files, view moves & errors for match, step through match, jump to position, play from position, save match files permanently IMPORTANT • If an online match ends for any reason, you'll receive the Elo pts you deserve. FAQ: https://gamecenter.njsoftware.com • Contact us for help: https://contact.njsoftware.com

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