Backgammon is a wonderful board game that has been a favorite of people all over the world for centuries.  Like chess, backgammon is a 2 player game of strategy, but, unlike chess, there is also some luck of the dice roll thrown in.

 

 

Backgammon setup is fairly easy, there is one board separated into four sections with twelve points (long triangles) in each section.  You and your opponent set up on the same side of the board and by rolling the dice move on the points around the board to where your opponent was initially set up.  From there you roll the dice to move your pieces off the board, the first player to do so wins.  Of course, in between the start and finish of backgammon you and your opponent will work hit each other’s checkers, block points and other moves in order to keep your opponent from advancing around the backgammon board.

The only way to become a good backgammon player is by playing and for this reason it can be hard for a beginner to get started unless you have a patient friend who’s willing to teach you.  A very good option for new players, however, is internet backgammon.  You can play for free or for real money with other backgammon players from all over the world.  You can also play against the computer; either way, internet backgammon allows you to play against other opponents and to learn and become a better backgammon player.  It’s extremely convenient, easy to use, and the best way to learn backgammon out there.

If you’re looking for a good backgammon game online, check out sites like Casino Las Vegas or Backgammon Queen. You’ll be glad you did.