How to Play Ludo

THE PLAYBOOK · SHANGHAIJXC

An introduction to playing Ludo

Take a moment with Ludo before moving to another game. Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Use the example below to understand a decision.

Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.

One thing to notice as you play

Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Make the next step deliberately.

Aim for this result

Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Start with a deliberate move.

The playing sequence

1. Roll six to leave the yard.
2. Move an eligible token by the die value; home requires an exact roll.
3. Capture opponents on non-safe squares.
4. 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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Check any mode label before starting.

See the idea in action

A token two steps from home cannot use a three. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Verify the rule before continuing.

Notice this detail

Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.

Common questions