THE PLAYBOOK · XQIN8
Snakes and Ladders: rules and examples
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Snakes and Ladders. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Look at what changes after your first action. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
A focus for your next round
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The goal to keep in mind
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
Work through an example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the controls nearby.
A useful caution
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Compare the situation with the worked example. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Answers about the rules and controls
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
When I return, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For my first round, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
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.
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 reading the Guide, 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.
