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A practical guide to Ludo
Take a moment with Ludo before moving to another game. Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Use the example below to understand a decision. Read the objective before making your first input. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
Take a closer look while playing
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. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Understand the aim
Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
The order of play
- Roll six to leave the yard.
- Move an eligible token by the die value; home requires an exact roll.
- Capture opponents on non-safe squares.
- Six, capture and finishing a token grant another roll; a third consecutive six forfeits that roll.
Choosing and moving on screen
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 the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
An example to follow
A token two steps from home cannot use a three. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the game’s format in mind.
An important reminder
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Read these answers for extra help
As a new player, what is the goal of Ludo?
For clarity: Bring all four tokens home before the other players.
As a new player, how do I control Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
When I return, what example helps explain Ludo?
For clarity: A token two steps from home cannot use a three.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Ludo?
For clarity: Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
What format does Ludo offer?
Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
Which play mode does Ludo 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.