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How to play Snakes and Ladders
Bring your attention to one round of Snakes and Ladders. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Read the objective before making your first input. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
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. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
A useful example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. 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. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
As a new player, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
While learning, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
For my first round, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
For clarity: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.