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Play Snakes and Ladders with the rules at hand
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. Look at what changes after your first action. Check the rule that explains your first action. Look at what changes after your first action.
Give this approach a try
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. Notice the feedback after each input.
The challenge in front of you
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
The steps to play
- 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.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Learn from a sample situation
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. Keep the controls nearby.
One detail worth checking
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Questions about this game
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
While learning, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: 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 this browser game, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.