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How to play Backgammon
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. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Keep the aim in sight
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.
Your goal
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A useful example
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. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
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.
Common questions
As a new player, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
Before I begin, how do I control Backgammon?
The key detail is this: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
What should I watch out for in Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
While reading the Guide, what format does Backgammon offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
As a new player, which play mode does Backgammon use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.