THE PLAYBOOK · NX12653
Your guide to Backgammon
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Backgammon. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Read the objective before making your first input. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Something to practise
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
Aim for this result
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Follow these playing steps
- Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
- Enter barred pieces first.
- Points with at least two enemies are blocked; a lone enemy is hit.
- Bear off only after all pieces reach home.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Try this example
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Look for the relevant detail.
One detail worth checking
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. A different version of the game may use a different rule. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Helpful answers for players
While learning, what is the goal of Backgammon?
The key detail is this: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Backgammon?
The key detail is this: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
Before I begin, what format does Backgammon offer?
The key detail is this: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
For this browser game, which play mode does Backgammon use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.