THE PLAYBOOK · NMGDASHUJU
Understand the basics of Backgammon
Take a moment with Backgammon before moving to another game. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. 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.
A small practice goal
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. Keep the objective visible.
The challenge in front of you
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
How to proceed
- 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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
See the idea in action
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Choose a deliberate next step.
Where a round can go wrong
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
A few questions answered
While learning, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
When I return, how do I control Backgammon?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
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.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
For my first round, what format does Backgammon offer?
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.
