THE PLAYBOOK · SHANGHAIJXC
Carrom: what to know before playing
Open Carrom, check the instructions and begin a round. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Look at what changes after your first action.
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
Give this approach a try
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What counts as success
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
The playing sequence
- White starts; set striker aim and power.
- Own-colour pockets earn another shot.
- Cover the queen with an own-colour man in the same or next shot.
- Striker fouls return one own pocketed man if available.
- Finish your colour after a covered queen.
Controls
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. A new-round button replaces the current round.
See the idea in action
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.
A common point of confusion
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Carrom?
The key detail is this: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Carrom?
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Carrom?
Keep this in mind: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
Before I begin, what format does Carrom offer?
Keep this in mind: Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
When I return, which play mode does Carrom use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
