THE PLAYBOOK · TJHAIZHONG
How to play Snakes and Ladders
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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
A useful comparison
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Step by step
- 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.
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.
A useful 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. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Check the rule before repeating the action. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
For my first round, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
As a new player, 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.
Before I begin, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
The key detail is this: 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
