THE PLAYBOOK · 5438GAME
Follow the steps for Snakes and Ladders
Start Snakes and Ladders by looking at the playing area and its controls. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Bring this focus to a round
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.
Your objective
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
The playing sequence
- 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.
How your actions work
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
Work through an 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. Verify the rule before continuing.
Keep this in mind
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Compare the situation with the worked example. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
If you are unsure
For this browser game, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
On this playing page, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For a quick reminder, 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.