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Know the goal in Backgammon
Bring your attention to one round of Backgammon. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. 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.
Take a closer look while playing
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. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your objective
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Start with a deliberate move.
The steps to play
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Learn from a sample situation
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.
Check this before moving on
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.
Helpful answers for players
While learning, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
When I return, how do I control Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Backgammon?
For clarity: When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
On this playing page, what format does Backgammon offer?
Keep this in mind: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
While learning, 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 reading the Guide, where should I start with Backgammon?
Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For this browser game, 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.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Backgammon?
The key detail is this: 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.
