Awale classic 2.3.1

The "Awale Classic" program provides an engaging platform for playing Awale, an ancient African strategy game known by various names including Awari, Oware, Ayo, and Golem. This two-player game utilizes a board composed of 12 squares and seeds, fostering strategic thinking and competition.

Players can engage in matches against one another or opt for solo play, with the program managing the opposing player using seven different difficulty levels. This ensures that both novice and experienced players can find a suitable challenge.

During each turn, players select seeds from one of their squares and distribute them across subsequent squares. Under specific conditions, they can collect seeds from the last squares where they distributed their seeds. The objective is to gather the highest number of seeds, leading to a win.

The program adheres to the classic rules of Awale, specifically the Ivorian rules known as "Abapa." However, it accommodates players accustomed to alternative rule sets by providing options to adjust the gameplay to more closely align with their preferences. Comprehensive rule definitions and adjustments are readily available in the online help section included with the program and on the official website.

To emulate an authentic game experience, the program displays seed distribution and collection visually rather than through numerical counts; users will see images of a handcrafted board with seeds. While players can easily track counts when there are few seeds, memory becomes essential in more complex situations. For those who prefer a numerical display or wish to track their counts visually, options are available to show these details either partially or fully.

For enhanced realism, playing in landscape mode allows the game interface to mirror that of an actual Awale board. Conversely, portrait mode presents a layout optimized for screen compatibility.

Additionally, the program features an array of functionalities outlined in the help section. Players can execute multiple undo and redo actions for their moves, customize endgame options, initialize various game settings, define multiple option sets, and even assign names to players. These features contribute to a versatile and user-friendly gaming experience.