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Making your first moves in Ludo
Read the aim of Ludo, then make your first move. 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. 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.
Give this approach a try
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. Keep the objective visible.
The goal to keep in mind
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.
Your inputs
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. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A closer look at one example
A token two steps from home cannot use a three. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Look for the relevant detail.
Check this before moving on
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Read these answers for extra help
As a new player, what is the goal of Ludo?
The key detail is this: Bring all four tokens home before the other players.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Ludo?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: A token two steps from home cannot use a three.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
For a quick reminder, 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Before I begin, 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.
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.
