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Snakes and Ladders: learn through an example
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. Look at what changes after your first action. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
One thing to notice as you play
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What the game asks you to do
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
From the start of a round
- 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.
Your inputs
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.
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. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Answers about the rules and controls
What is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
When I return, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: 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.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
As a new player, 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.
For a quick reminder, 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.