Game guide · MXZTJ
Read before your next round of Backgammon
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. Look at what changes after your first action.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Take a closer look while playing
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What you need to achieve
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Making your moves
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
Try this example
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. Check the stated objective.
Check this before moving on
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Clarifying the way this game works
On this playing page, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
While reading the Guide, 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.
While learning, what example helps explain Backgammon?
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
While learning, what format does Backgammon offer?
For clarity: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
As a new player, which play mode does Backgammon use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Where should I start with Backgammon?
For clarity: 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?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While learning, how can I find Backgammon again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For this browser game, how do I report an issue with Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: 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.
