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Read before your next round of Backgammon
Bring your attention to one round of Backgammon. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Look at what changes after your first action. 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.
Bring this focus to a round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Make the next step deliberately.
What counts as success
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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.
How your actions work
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Learn from a sample situation
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. Consider the next action carefully.
One detail worth checking
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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.
If you are unsure
As a new player, what is the goal of Backgammon?
The key detail is this: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
Before I begin, how do I control Backgammon?
For clarity: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
What example helps explain Backgammon?
For clarity: When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
For this browser game, what format does Backgammon offer?
Keep this in mind: 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.
As a new player, where should I start with Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: 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?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
Before I begin, how can I find Backgammon again?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, 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.