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Learn your way around Snakes and Ladders
Make Snakes and Ladders your next activity in the game library. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Build familiarity through 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. Keep the objective visible.
Aim for this result
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. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
The order of 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.
Input guidance
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Put the rules into context
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.
Where a round can go wrong
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. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Answers about the rules and controls
For my first round, 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 reading the Guide, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
As a new player, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
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?
For clarity: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Before I begin, 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.
