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How to play Snakes and Ladders
Make Snakes and Ladders your next activity in the game library. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Begin with the same-device two players mode shown on the page. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. 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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. 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. 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. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
For my first round, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
As a new player, 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 a quick reminder, 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?
Keep this in mind: 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?
The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
