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Backgammon: instructions and practice
Read the aim of Backgammon, then make your first move. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Look at what changes after your first action. 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.
An idea for your next attempt
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.
What counts as success
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Making your moves
- 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. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
One way to understand the rules
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. Notice the change in the playing area.
Keep this in mind
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
If you are unsure
For my first round, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
As a new player, 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.
While learning, what example helps explain Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
As a new player, what format does Backgammon offer?
Keep this in mind: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
For a quick reminder, 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.
For this browser game, where should I start with Backgammon?
Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
For a quick reminder, 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.
How can I find Backgammon again?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
