The Ancient Tamil Board Game
Experience the timeless tradition of Tamil Nadu. Challenge friends or AI in this authentic mancala-style game that has been played for centuries.
Play with the genuine Tamil Nadu rules - 14 pits, clockwise sowing, and traditional capture mechanics.
Three difficulty levels - Easy, Medium, and Hard with advanced minimax strategy.
Challenge your friends and family on the same device for classic head-to-head gameplay.
Traditional wooden board aesthetics with smooth animations and intuitive controls.
Play in English or தமிழ் (Tamil) - switch anytime from settings.
No internet required! Play anywhere, anytime without data connection.
The board has 14 pits - 7 for each player. Each pit starts with 5 stones.
Pick all stones from any pit on your side. Drop them one by one clockwise.
If your last stone lands in an empty pit on YOUR side, capture the opposite pit's stones!
Game ends when one side is empty. Player with most captured stones wins!
Watch Gameplay Demo
Pallankuzhi has been an integral part of Tamil culture for centuries. Traditionally played by women and children in Tamil Nadu, this game teaches strategic thinking and counting skills while preserving our rich cultural heritage.
The game is known by various names across South India - Pallanguzhi in Tamil Nadu, Ali Guli Mane in Karnataka, and Vamana Guntalu in Andhra Pradesh.
Free to play • No ads • No in-app purchases
