Game guide · BJ-TYZ
Backgammon: what to know before playing
Make Backgammon your next activity in the game library. Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Look at what changes after your first action.
Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
Something to practise
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your objective
Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Start with a deliberate move.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Look at the feedback after the action.
Work through an example
When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the controls nearby.
An important reminder
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit. Compare the situation with the worked example. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Game-specific help
When I return, what is the goal of Backgammon?
For clarity: Bear off all fifteen pieces before the opponent.
While learning, how do I control Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
As a new player, what example helps explain Backgammon?
Keep this in mind: When only one die can be used and either is individually playable, use the larger die.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Backgammon?
An oversized bear-off requires no piece farther from the exit.
For my first round, what format does Backgammon offer?
Keep this in mind: Local two players; no doubling cube, stakes or remote matching.
For a quick reminder, 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.
For my first round, where should I start with Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: Roll and use the maximum legal number of dice; doubles give four moves.
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.
On this playing page, 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.
For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Backgammon?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.