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Backgammon Rules for Beginners

Learn the essentials in minutes: how the board is set up, how moves work, and how to bear off to win.

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Practice with AI or play friends on iPhone & iPad

Quick Rules Overview

Setup

Each player has 15 checkers on a 24-point board. Players move in opposite directions.

Moving

Roll two dice each turn and move checkers by the rolled numbers. Doubles give four moves.

Winning

When all your checkers reach your home board, you bear off. First to bear off wins.

Beginner Tips

Protect Blots

A single checker can be hit and sent to the bar. Keep checkers paired when possible.

Advance Safely

Build points in your home board to block your opponent and control the board.

Review Moves

Use GoGoGammon's analysis to learn from each game and improve quickly.

Practice the Rules Today

Play against AI or friends and build your confidence with every match.

Available for iPhone and iPad • iOS 17.5 or later • 31MB download