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Backgammon: what to know before playing
Make Backgammon your next activity in the game library. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Look at what changes after your first action.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Something to practise
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.
What you are aiming for
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
Input guidance
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
An example before you play
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Check the stated objective.
One detail worth checking
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Check the rule before repeating the action. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Questions that come up during play
For this browser game, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
For a quick reminder, 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?
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?
Keep this in mind: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
For my first round, what format does Backgammon offer?
Keep this in mind: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
As a new player, which play mode does Backgammon use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Where should I start with Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Backgammon?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For a quick reminder, 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.
While learning, how do I report an issue with Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.