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Ludo: from controls to your first round
Ludo gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Read the objective before making your first input. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
One thing to notice as you play
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Understand the aim
Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. The example below illustrates a decision.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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.
The controls to know
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
Put the rules into context
A token two steps from home cannot use a three. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
Check this before moving on
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Questions about this game
Before I begin, what is the goal of Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: Bring all four tokens home before the other players.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Ludo?
For clarity: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Ludo?
Keep this in mind: A token two steps from home cannot use a three.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Ludo?
For clarity: Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
Before I begin, what format does Ludo offer?
For clarity: Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
For this browser game, which play mode does Ludo 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.
When I return, where should I start with Ludo?
For clarity: Roll six to leave the yard.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Ludo?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While reading the Guide, how can I find Ludo again?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, how do I report an issue with Ludo?
For clarity: 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.