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Backgammon: instructions and practice
Try Backgammon at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
One thing to notice as you play
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you need to achieve
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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.
Your inputs
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Read a button’s label before selecting it. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Follow the example
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Read the matching step again.
A mistake to avoid
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
If you are unsure
Before I begin, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
Before I begin, how do I control Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Backgammon?
For clarity: When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
The key detail is this: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
While reading the Guide, what format does Backgammon offer?
For clarity: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Backgammon use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
As a new player, where should I start with Backgammon?
Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
Do I need an account or a payment for Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Backgammon again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, how do I report an issue with Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
