THE PLAYBOOK · JINSHENGTEC
Play Snakes and Ladders with the rules at hand
Try Snakes and Ladders at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Use the example below to understand a decision. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
A focus for your next round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Notice how the game responds to your input.
From the start of a round
- Player 1 rolls first, starting before square 1.
- Move the number of squares shown by the die.
- Follow a snake or ladder when landing on its starting square.
- Alternate turns until one player reaches 100.
Your inputs
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
Learn from a sample situation
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Check the stated objective.
Check this before moving on
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Read these answers for extra help
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
When I return, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
What example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
Before I begin, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.