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Backgammon: what to know before playing
Start Backgammon by looking at the playing area and its controls. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. 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.
A focus for your next round
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. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
The playing sequence
- 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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
An example to follow
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. Notice the change in the playing area.
Keep this in mind
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. A different version of the game may use a different rule. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Game-specific help
For a quick reminder, 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?
The key detail is this: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
When I return, 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.
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 a quick reminder, what format does Backgammon offer?
Keep this in mind: 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.
For a quick reminder, where should I start with Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
As a new player, 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.
On this playing page, 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?
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.
