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Play Backgammon with the rules at hand
Bring your attention to one round of Backgammon. 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.
Something to practise
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Keep the objective visible.
Aim for this result
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
How to proceed
- 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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
See the idea in action
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. Look for the relevant detail.
Where a round can go wrong
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
More answers before you play
When I return, what is the goal of Backgammon?
The key detail is this: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
As a new player, how do I control Backgammon?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
Before I begin, 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 this browser game, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
For this browser game, 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?
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?
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?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, 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.
While reading the Guide, 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.