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Ludo: rules and examples
Open Ludo, check the instructions and begin a round. Bring all four tokens home before the other players. 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.
Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
Something to practise
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
Understand the aim
Bring all four tokens home before the other players. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- 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.
The controls to know
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
See how the rules apply
A token two steps from home cannot use a three. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.
Keep this in mind
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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.
Helpful answers for players
Before I begin, what is the goal of Ludo?
Bring all four tokens home before the other players.
When I return, how do I control Ludo?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
When I return, 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?
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
For a quick reminder, what format does Ludo offer?
Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
Which play mode does Ludo use?
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?
The key detail is this: Roll six to leave the yard.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Ludo?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
Before I begin, 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.
How do I report an issue with Ludo?
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.