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How to play Snakes and Ladders
Read the aim of Snakes and Ladders, then make your first move. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
Notice the feedback
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.
Your goal
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Step by step
- Player 1 rolls first, starting before square 1.
- Move the number of squares shown by the die.
- Follow a snake or ladder when landing on its starting square.
- Alternate turns until one player reaches 100.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
When I return, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
For this browser game, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
On this playing page, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
