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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Backgammon

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Follow the steps for Backgammon

Read the aim of Backgammon, then make your first move. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.

Bring this focus to a round

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.

Aim for this result

Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.

How to proceed

  1. Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
  2. Enter barred pieces first.
  3. Points with at least two enemies are blocked; a lone enemy is hit.
  4. Bear off only after all pieces reach home.

Input guidance

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.

Follow the 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. Keep the game’s format in mind.

Pay attention to this rule

An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Check the rule before repeating the action. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.

Read these answers for extra help

While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Backgammon?

For clarity: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.

As a new player, how do I control Backgammon?

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.

For this browser game, what example helps explain Backgammon?

When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.

Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?

Here is the relevant explanation: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.

While reading the Guide, what format does Backgammon offer?

The key detail is this: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.

When I return, which play mode does Backgammon use?

Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

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