YiBoard Launches Free Board Game Platform With No Ads, No Paywalls, No Catch

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YiBoard is a new online board game platform offering games like Gomoku — with Xiangqi and Go coming soon — entirely free, with no advertisements or paywalls. The platform's founders describe 'free' not as a growth tactic but as a core design philosophy, arguing that removing barriers grows community quality and improves the experience for all players. To keep costs sustainable, YiBoard relies on a browser-local AI engine, no-login matches, and decentralized record storage. Optional payments may eventually be introduced for extras like stronger AI opponents or commemorative badges, but the core gameplay will remain free. The team positions the model as an alternative to mainstream chess and board game platforms that typically monetize through feature locks or subscription tiers.

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