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How to play Snakes and Ladders
Take a moment with Snakes and Ladders before moving to another game. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Look at what changes after your first action. Read the objective before making your first input. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A useful example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
What is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
When I return, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
For a quick reminder, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Before I begin, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
