Backgammon Online

Backgammon Online is a modern adaptation of the traditional board game, designed for players to enjoy the timeless classic in a virtual format. This game combines strategy and chance, allowing you to challenge opponents from around the world while adhering to the original rules of backgammon, a game that has existed for nearly 5,000 years.

How to Play Backgammon Online

Backgammon is an ancient game, but its online version offers the same gameplay and objectives. The primary goal is to move all your checkers into your home board and then remove them from the board before your opponent does.

The Backgammon Online interface provides a fully set-up board, so all you need to focus on is your strategy.

Each player starts with 15 checkers placed across the board, and your \"home\" board is located directly opposite your opponent’s. Pay attention to this crucial area, as it plays a key role in winning the game.

On each turn, players roll the dice. You can move your checkers according to the value of the dice rolls. You have the option to move one checker by the sum of both dice or split the moves across two checkers. If you roll doubles, you get to make additional moves, either moving one checker the total of both dice twice or moving four separate checkers by the amount of one die.

Move your checkers to open spots

Checkers can only be moved to the following locations:

• Empty spots with no checkers
• Spots currently occupied by your checkers
• Spots where your opponent has only one checker

Checkers cannot land on spots where your opponent has two or more checkers.

Capturing Your Opponent’s Checker

If you land on a space occupied by only one of your opponent\'s checkers, you capture that piece. It will be sent back to the starting point, where it must wait until a dice roll allows it to re-enter the game.

Winning the Game

The first player to move all their checkers into their home board and successfully remove them from the board by rolling the dice wins the game.

Test your Backgammon skills today and compete against players from all over the globe!

More Games Like This

Backgammon Online is part of our extensive collection of casual games, where you\'ll find other popular classics. If you enjoy backgammon, you might also like Rummikub, a tile-based game where players create runs and groups; Ludo King (also known as Parchisi), a royal dice game; or the ever-popular Uno Online, a card game aimed at being the first to run out of cards.

Release Date

October 2018

Developer

This game was created by Code This Lab.

Features

• Two game modes, including a multiplayer option
• Easy-to-use interface and controls

Platform

Available on web browsers for both desktop and mobile devices.

Controls

Click with the left mouse button to make your moves.

FAQ

What is the best free online backgammon?

Backgammon Online on CrazyGames offers a free, digital version of the classic board game, featuring realistic graphics and sounds that replicate the experience of playing in person.

Can I play backgammon online?

Yes, backgammon can be played online, along with many other classic board games, at CrazyGames.

How do I play backgammon on the internet?

Playing Backgammon Online is simple. Just click with your mouse to roll the dice and move your checkers across the board.

Is backgammon based on luck or skill?

While luck is a factor due to the dice rolls, backgammon requires a strong skillset to win, especially when you encounter unfavorable rolls.