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The Ludo playbook
Choose a round of Ludo and settle into its rules. 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.
An idea for your next attempt
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
The objective of a round
Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Work through the instructions
- 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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use one clear input at a time.
Put the rules into context
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 controls nearby.
A mistake to avoid
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Clarifying the way this game works
As a new player, what is the goal of Ludo?
For clarity: Bring all four tokens home before the other players.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Ludo?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
While learning, 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?
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
While learning, what format does Ludo offer?
The key detail is this: 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?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While reading the Guide, where should I start with Ludo?
Keep this in mind: Roll six to leave the yard.
While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While learning, how can I find Ludo again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
When I return, how do I report an issue with Ludo?
Keep this in mind: 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.