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Carrom: what to know before playing
Read the aim of Carrom, then make your first move. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the local two players mode shown on the page. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
Bring this focus to a round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Make the next step deliberately.
What counts as success
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
From the start of a round
- White starts; set striker aim and power.
- Own-colour pockets earn another shot.
- Cover the queen with an own-colour man in the same or next shot.
- Striker fouls return one own pocketed man if available.
- Finish your colour after a covered queen.
Input guidance
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
An example to follow
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Notice the change in the playing area.
One detail worth checking
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. 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.
If you are unsure
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Carrom?
The key detail is this: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
When I return, how do I control Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Carrom?
The key detail is this: Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
For this browser game, what format does Carrom offer?
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
Before I begin, which play mode does Carrom use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While learning, where should I start with Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: White starts; set striker aim and power.
On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Carrom?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For this browser game, how can I find Carrom again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While learning, how do I report an issue with Carrom?
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.