Game guide · HNSZDS
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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
An idea for your next attempt
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
Your objective
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
Your inputs
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. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
A useful caution
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Clarifying the way this game works
What is the goal of Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Backgammon?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
While learning, 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 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.
While reading the Guide, what format does Backgammon offer?
For clarity: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
While learning, 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.
While learning, where should I start with Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: 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?
For clarity: 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?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
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.
