Game guide · XINVENTURES
Rules, controls and help for Ludo
Take a moment with Ludo before moving to another game. Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Look at what changes after your first action. Read the objective before making your first input. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
Practice with a purpose
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Bring all four tokens home before the other players. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
A walkthrough of the rules
- Roll six to leave the yard.
- Move an eligible token by the die value; home requires an exact roll.
- Capture opponents on non-safe squares.
- Six, capture and finishing a token grant another roll; a third consecutive six forfeits that roll.
The controls to know
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A closer look at one example
A token two steps from home cannot use a three. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Take a moment to compare.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition. 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.
If you are unsure
Before I begin, what is the goal of Ludo?
Bring all four tokens home before the other players.
How do I control Ludo?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Ludo?
A token two steps from home cannot use a three.
What should I watch out for in Ludo?
Keep this in mind: Safe squares cannot capture; blockades are not part of this edition.
For my first round, what format does Ludo offer?
Keep this in mind: Play with two or four people on the same device. Follow the house rules shown on the board; internet matchmaking is not available.
For my first round, which play mode does Ludo use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
When I return, where should I start with Ludo?
Keep this in mind: Roll six to leave the yard.
As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Ludo?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
When I return, how can I find Ludo again?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Ludo?
For clarity: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
