User Summary Description Shogi Master is a computer version of the board game of shōgi, for one player (against the computer), or two players (against each other). It is possible to record and replay your games (files are saved in a standard game format) as well as example games. Shogi is the Japanese version of the game of chess. The pieces are similar to conventional chess and the objective is the same, but subtle differences make it more exciting in many ways. You may promote any piece which reaches the other side of the board, and you have the ability to put captured pieces back into play (which means that stalemates are very rare). Shogi Master offers this game in six levels of play against the computer or a human opponent, with the option to add a handicap to the difficulty level. A manual which comes with the game explains not only the rules but also shogi's place in Japanese culture, where it has been very popular since 1550. Games may be saved, and you can play using Japanese or western pieces with the press of a button. There is also a lot of help if you need it.