THE PLAYBOOK · FJHONGZHI
Learn the rules of Backgammon
Backgammon gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Use the example below to understand a decision. Read the objective before making your first input. Look at what changes after your first action.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Bring this focus to a round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Make the next step deliberately.
Aim for this result
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Start with a deliberate move.
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.
How to interact with the game
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use one clear input at a time.
An example to follow
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. Verify the rule before continuing.
A useful caution
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Game-specific help
As a new player, what is the goal of Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
How do I control Backgammon?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
As a new player, 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.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
For clarity: An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
For a quick reminder, what format does Backgammon offer?
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
As a new player, which play mode does Backgammon use?
The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.