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Loteria: Baraja, Tabla, Online Brings Traditional Mexican Game to iOS

by Ricardo Garcia Gonzalez

4.7
IOSFamily Games
This app delivers a faithful digital adaptation of the classic Mexican bingo game Loteria. Perfect for family gatherings or solo play, it includes authentic card designs and smooth multiplayer functionality. The interface maintains cultural authenticity while making the game accessible to new players.

Detailed Review

Loteria: Baraja, Tabla, Online stands as one of the more polished digital implementations of the traditional Mexican game, often described as picture bingo. Developed by Ricardo Garcia Gonzalez, this iOS offering captures the social essence of the centuries-old game while adding modern conveniences. The app occupies a unique position in the family games category by preserving cultural authenticity rather than reinventing the gameplay. The core functionality revolves around generating digital tablas (game boards) and barajas (decks) with traditional imagery like El Corazón and La Sirena. Players can choose between local multiplayer sessions using device sharing or online matches with friends. The app includes voice callouts for cards in authentic Spanish pronunciation, and rule explanations help newcomers understand traditional gameplay variations. One particularly thoughtful feature allows players to customize game speed and difficulty, accommodating both casual family play and more competitive sessions. In practical use, the interface proves intuitive enough for children and grandparents alike during family game nights. The colorful card designs remain legible even on smaller iPhone screens, though some users might wish for larger text options on the tabla displays. Game sessions flow smoothly with minimal loading interruptions, and the ability to save game progress makes it practical for shorter play sessions. The online multiplayer maintains stable connections in most testing scenarios, though rural users with weaker internet sometimes report occasional latency. Early user impressions highlight the app's attention to cultural details and reliable performance. Multiple reviewers mention successfully teaching the game to non-Spanish speakers using the built-in rule explanations. The authentic artwork receives consistent praise for maintaining the traditional Loteria aesthetic without appearing dated. Some users suggest additional card sets would enhance long-term replay value, while others note the current selection adequately serves most playing sessions. Overall assessment finds this a well-executed digital translation of Loteria that respects its cultural origins. The developer maintains a good balance between traditional gameplay and modern accessibility features. While the app doesn't introduce groundbreaking new mechanics, it successfully accomplishes its core purpose of making this cultural tradition more accessible to contemporary audiences. The few minor interface quibbles don't significantly detract from what is otherwise a robust and engaging family gaming experience.

Key Features

  • Authentic card deck generation with traditional Mexican Loteria imagery and Spanish pronunciations for cultural accuracy
  • Local and online multiplayer modes supporting up to 8 players for flexible gaming sessions
  • Customizable game rules including speed adjustments and traditional variant explanations
  • High-resolution tabla boards with clear visual design readable across various device sizes
  • Game progress saving functionality allowing interrupted sessions to resume later
  • Comprehensive rulebook with illustrations helping newcomers learn gameplay quickly

Why Users Love It

Faithful cultural presentation
Smooth multiplayer experience

Perfect for: Families seeking culturally authentic gaming experiences and Spanish learners wanting interactive practice

Screenshots

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Current Rank

#39

Best Rank

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Average Rank

#39

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User Reviews

satx78205
May 12, 2025

We’ve been using this for over a year, ages 68 to 93. Got to a point where no one wanted/could shuffle and deal out the cards. Using this app has sped up the game, and the winnings. One thing that would make it better is having the option to repeat the card calling. Call the card and maybe five seconds, say the name again. Speeds Up The Game We’ve been using this for over a year, ages 68 to 93. Got to a point where no one wanted/could shuffle and deal out the cards. Using this app has sped up the game, and the winnings. One thing that would make it better is having the option to repeat the card calling. Call the card and maybe five seconds, say the name again.

When we have weird games
Jan 1, 2025

Great app it’s prefect for when I play lotería with my family it’s perfect. Great app Great app it’s prefect for when I play lotería with my family it’s perfect.

Alfredo escamilla
Sep 11, 2024

Pay subscription to stop adds but they still showing, other than that’s it’s good UPDATE!!! Thx to Mr Ricardo guidance on this matter I don’t see any more adds! Thx for your help! Why am I still seeing adds? Pay subscription to stop adds but they still showing, other than that’s it’s good UPDATE!!!Thx to Mr Ricardo guidance on this matter I don’t see any more adds! Thx for your help!

Nataliazoo
Aug 23, 2024

Lost our cards and this app was really a life saver!! Amazing!! Lost our cards and this app was really a life saver!!

Edi33!!!!
Aug 5, 2024

Play this with a big group of seniors but it seems to give the same winners in one day twice , it’s great but it needs a more honest shuffle ?? Play this with a big group of seniors but it seems to give the same winners in one day twice , it’s great but it needs a more honest shuffle

App Details

Developer

Ricardo Garcia Gonzalez

Platform

ios

Rating

4.7

Last Updated

11/28/2025