THE PLAYBOOK · 09JB
Learn your way around Snakes and Ladders
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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the same-device two players mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Practice beyond the first move
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Refer to the controls when needed.
The objective of a round
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Follow these playing steps
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
One way to understand the rules
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Notice the change in the playing area.
Notice this detail
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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
What is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
As a new player, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
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.
While reading the Guide, 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.
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.
On this playing page, 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.