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How to play Snakes and Ladders
Snakes and Ladders gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. 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. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. 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. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
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. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
While learning, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
For my first round, 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.
While learning, 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.
For this browser game, 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.