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A practical guide to Backgammon
Make Backgammon your next activity in the game library. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Bring this focus to a round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
The purpose of your moves
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
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.
Keyboard and screen controls
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. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
Put the rules into context
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
More answers before you play
What is the goal of Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
On this playing page, how do I control Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
When I return, what example helps explain Backgammon?
The key detail is this: When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
While learning, what format does Backgammon offer?
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
On this playing page, which play mode does Backgammon use?
The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While learning, where should I start with Backgammon?
The key detail is this: Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Backgammon again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Backgammon?
For clarity: 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.
