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Snakes and Ladders: instructions and practice
Read the aim of Snakes and Ladders, then make your first move. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Look at what changes after your first action.
Something to practise
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.
The goal to keep in mind
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. Start with a deliberate move.
Making your moves
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Follow the 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. Choose a deliberate next step.
One detail worth checking
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. 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.
Read these answers for extra help
For my first round, 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.
How do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
For clarity: A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
For my first round, 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.
While learning, 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.