What is PicoWars?
PicoWars is a free card & board game with magic, duel and multiplayer elements that you can play online in your web browser on Gameziko. It needs no download, no install and no account. PicoWars is a modern interpretation of an ancient strategy board game known as Nine men’s morris, Mill, Merels, Mühle, etc.
How to play PicoWars
- Press "Play now" on the game screen. PicoWars loads inside the player; some games take up to 20 seconds and may show a short ad first.
- Mouse or touch.
- In game tutorials.
- Use the full-screen button at the bottom right of the player for a bigger view, and press Esc to leave full screen.
Game details
| Category | Card & Board |
|---|---|
| Tags | magic, duel, multiplayer |
| Controls | Mouse, Touch (tap or swipe) |
| Screen | Landscape (900 × 500) |
| Price | Free |
| Download or sign-up | Not needed |
| Distributed by | GameDistribution |
| Added to Gameziko | 30 September 2026 |
Description from the developer
PicoWars is a modern interpretation of an ancient strategy board game known as Nine men’s morris, Mill, Merels, Mühle, etc. It is heavily extended introducing concepts by Emanuel Lasker and by the developer of the game. Prepare for battle and magic.
PicoWars: frequently asked questions
Is PicoWars free to play?
Yes. PicoWars is free to play on Gameziko, with no download and no account needed. Like most free web games, it is funded by ads, so it may show a short ad before or between rounds.
What are the controls in PicoWars?
The developer's instructions for PicoWars say: "Mouse or touch. In game tutorials."
Can I play PicoWars on a phone or tablet?
Yes. PicoWars supports touch controls, so it works in the browser on Android phones, iPhones and tablets as well as on a computer.
What games are similar to PicoWars?
If you like PicoWars, try Master Chess, Domino Online Multiplayer and Master Checkers. They are card & board games with similar themes, and you can find more in the Card & Board category on Gameziko.
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Good to know
PicoWars is made by an independent developer and delivered by GameDistribution, so Gameziko cannot change the game or recover lost progress. Any progress the game saves is kept in your browser on this device. If the game does not start, wait up to 20 seconds, allow ads for gameziko.com and try again, or report the game.