Game guide · LCHFY
The essentials of playing Backgammon
Take a moment with Backgammon before moving to another game. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the example below to understand a decision. 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.
One thing to notice as you play
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you are aiming for
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
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.
How to use the 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. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
A useful example
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. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Further help with the game
While learning, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
For this browser game, how do I control Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
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.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
For clarity: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
What format does Backgammon offer?
For clarity: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Before I begin, which play mode does Backgammon use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Before I begin, where should I start with Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
While learning, 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.
On this playing page, 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.
While reading the Guide, 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.
