Kiki's Koi-Koi in IOS

Hanafuda with a friendly face

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

83/100

Kiki's Koi-Koi is a beautiful and accessible entry point into the world of Hanafuda (Japanese flower cards). If you’ve ever wanted to learn the classic game of Koi-Koi but were intimidated by the complex scoring and beautiful but confusing cards, this is the app for you. Kiki, a very friendly fish, acts as your guide and opponent, making the learning process feel like a breeze.

The art style is bright, clean, and modern, which helps in identifying the cards quickly. The game strikes a perfect balance between the strategy of building sets and the 'push-your-luck' mechanic that the game is named for. Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro looking for a polished mobile version, Kiki’s Koi-Koi delivers a high-quality experience that honors the traditional game while making it fun for a modern audience.

Dinsun reviewed on: Mon Nov 03 2025

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 2.2Mon Sep 07 2020

Hello, Kiki fans! We've got some small updates for you:

- Removed some outdated libraries/third-party frameworks

- Fixed bug that led to crash when playing certain sound effects

- Fixed some typos and other minor mistakes


Kiki's Koi-Koi offers a classic Japanese card game with bright graphics, an intuitive interface, and just the right balance of strategy and luck to pass the time away. Oh, and it stars a fish.

WHAT IS KOI-KOI?

Koi-Koi is a simple two-player card game played with the colorful Japanese cards known as Hanafuda. Match cards from your hand to those on the table to make sets or call "Koi-Koi" to press your luck for more points. But watch out! Your opponent may score bonus points from your risk-taking. How far are you willing to test the fates?

DESIGNED FOR ALL PLAYERS

Is this your first time playing Koi-Koi? Kiki's got you covered. She can walk you through a full hand of play and show you the ropes. Or if you'd prefer to dive in, skip the tutorial and start up a game against Kiki herself. She'll show you which cards you can match, getting you on your feet instantly.

Or perhaps you're a seasoned pro. Well, Kiki's been training for a long time, waiting for this day to arrive. She's ready to play and can't wait for you to step up to the table. Do you have what it takes to defeat the reigning Fish League champion? (That's what Kiki calls herself, by the way.)

STEP ASIDE, KIKI

If you've got a friend with you, the two of you can play against each other with just one device. Pass the game back and forth and see who's the real Koi-Koi Master.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

- "This app helped me to master Hanafuda. You won't be disappointed."

- "This game is by far the best way of getting into and learning the game. I've learned more in 2 rounds on this game then I have in all the other things before this."

- "A more challenging alternative to simple, mindless card games like solitaire."


Requires iOS 9.3 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Kiki's Koi-Koi offers a classic Japanese card game with bright graphics, an intuitive interface, and just the right balance of strategy and luck to pass the time away. Oh, and it stars a fish.

WHAT IS KOI-KOI?

Koi-Koi is a simple two-player card game played with the colorful Japanese cards known as Hanafuda. Match cards from your hand to those on the table to make sets or call "Koi-Koi" to press your luck for more points. But watch out! Your opponent may score bonus points from your risk-taking. How far are you willing to test the fates?

DESIGNED FOR ALL PLAYERS

Is this your first time playing Koi-Koi? Kiki's got you covered. She can walk you through a full hand of play and show you the ropes. Or if you'd prefer to dive in, skip the tutorial and start up a game against Kiki herself. She'll show you which cards you can match, getting you on your feet instantly.

Or perhaps you're a seasoned pro. Well, Kiki's been training for a long time, waiting for this day to arrive. She's ready to play and can't wait for you to step up to the table. Do you have what it takes to defeat the reigning Fish League champion? (That's what Kiki calls herself, by the way.)

STEP ASIDE, KIKI

If you've got a friend with you, the two of you can play against each other with just one device. Pass the game back and forth and see who's the real Koi-Koi Master.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

- "This app helped me to master Hanafuda. You won't be disappointed."

- "This game is by far the best way of getting into and learning the game. I've learned more in 2 rounds on this game then I have in all the other things before this."

- "A more challenging alternative to simple, mindless card games like solitaire."


Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 118 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Kiki's Koi-Koi offers a fresh and fun take on Hanafuda, the traditional Japanese card game. Players match cards representing the months of the year to form scoring sets called 'Yaku'. The game’s namesake comes from the strategic choice to 'Koi-Koi'—pressing your luck to score more points before your opponent. With a full tutorial narrated by Kiki the fish, beautiful graphics, and adjustable difficulty levels, it's the most accessible way to enjoy this ancient and strategic game on your mobile device.

Features

1

Full interactive tutorial for beginners

2

Beautifully rendered traditional Hanafuda card art

3

Charming and helpful guide, Kiki the fish

4

Adjustable difficulty and optional in-game hints

5

Game Center support for achievements and leaderboards

Tips

Promotion Videos

How To Play Koi Koi - YouTube

Related Videos

Gameplays

Q&A

Kiki's Koi-Koi is a single-player game where you play against the computer (Kiki), making it a great way to practice and learn the game.

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