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How to play Snakes and Ladders
Snakes and Ladders gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Notice the feedback
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. 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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Compare the situation with the worked example. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
For this browser game, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
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.
As a new player, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
On this playing page, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
