Game guide · DAIGOU168
Find your footing in Backgammon
Take a moment with Backgammon before moving to another game. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the example below to understand a decision. 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.
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. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your objective
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Follow these playing steps
- 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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
An example to follow
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. Read the matching step again.
One detail worth checking
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Questions that come up during play
Before I begin, what is the goal of Backgammon?
The key detail is this: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
On this playing page, how do I control Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Backgammon?
The key detail is this: 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?
For clarity: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
What format does Backgammon offer?
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Which play mode does Backgammon use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
On this playing page, where should I start with Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, how can I find Backgammon again?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.