Game guide · XIAMI-GZS
Making your first moves in Ludo
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. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
Practice beyond the first move
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
What you are aiming for
Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Start with a deliberate move.
The playing sequence
- 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.
Using the playing area
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
A closer look at one example
A token two steps from home cannot use a three. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the game’s format in mind.
A mistake to avoid
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. Compare the situation with the worked example. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Read these answers for extra help
What is the goal of Ludo?
For clarity: Bring all four tokens home before the other players.
For this browser game, how do I control Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Ludo?
Keep this in mind: A token two steps from home cannot use a three.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Ludo?
For clarity: Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
For a quick reminder, what format does Ludo offer?
Keep this in mind: 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?
The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For this browser game, where should I start with Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: Roll six to leave the yard.
When I return, 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.
For a quick reminder, how can I find Ludo 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 this browser game, 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.