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Ludo: rules and examples
Bring your attention to one round of Ludo. 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. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
Give this approach a try
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you need to achieve
Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Making your moves
- 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.
How your actions work
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Use one clear input at a time.
See how the rules apply
A token two steps from home cannot use a three. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.
A mistake to avoid
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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.
Questions that come up during play
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?
The key detail is this: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
As a new player, what example helps explain Ludo?
The key detail is this: A token two steps from home cannot use a three.
What should I watch out for in Ludo?
The key detail is this: Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
While learning, 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.
Before I begin, which play mode does Ludo use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
As a new player, where should I start with Ludo?
Roll six to leave the yard.
Before I begin, 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.
For my first round, how can I find Ludo again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Ludo?
The key detail is this: 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.
