THE PLAYBOOK · GZCKKS
Learn the rules of Backgammon
Open Backgammon, check the instructions and begin a round. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the example below to understand a decision. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Look at what changes after your first action.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Practice beyond the first move
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Keep the objective visible.
Aim for this result
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.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Follow the example
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.
Where a round can go wrong
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Read these answers for extra help
What is the goal of Backgammon?
For clarity: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
Before I begin, 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?
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
On this playing page, what format does Backgammon offer?
For clarity: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
On this playing page, 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.