Game guide · XIAMI-GZS
The essentials of playing Carrom
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. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
A focus for your next round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What the game asks you to do
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Step by step
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Learn from a sample situation
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Choose a deliberate next step.
Avoid this misunderstanding
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Read these answers for extra help
For my first round, what is the goal of Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
While learning, how do I control Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
As a new player, what example helps explain Carrom?
The key detail is this: Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
What should I watch out for in Carrom?
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
When I return, what format does Carrom offer?
For clarity: Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
While learning, which play mode does Carrom use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
When I return, where should I start with Carrom?
Keep this in mind: White starts; set striker aim and power.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Carrom?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, 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.
For my first round, how do I report an issue with Carrom?
The key detail is this: 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.