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Rules, controls and help for Backgammon
Take a moment with Backgammon before moving to another game. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Look at what changes after your first action. 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.
Bring this focus to a round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Make the next step deliberately.
The goal to keep in mind
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Start with a deliberate move.
From the start of a round
- 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.
How to interact with the game
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. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
One way to understand the rules
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Take a moment to compare.
Where a round can go wrong
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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?
For clarity: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
Before I begin, how do I control Backgammon?
For clarity: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
What example helps explain Backgammon?
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
For a quick reminder, 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.
While reading the Guide, 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.
For this browser game, where should I start with Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Backgammon?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
When I return, how can I find Backgammon again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
When I return, how do I report an issue with Backgammon?
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.