THE PLAYBOOK · KZZDM
How to play Ludo
Ludo gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Use the example below to understand a decision. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. 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.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Bring all four tokens home before the other players. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Start with a deliberate move.
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.
Controls
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 the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful 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. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: Bring all four tokens home before the other players.
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?
A token two steps from home cannot use a three.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Ludo?
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
For my first round, 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.
When I return, which play mode does Ludo use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
