THE PLAYBOOK · LOCTITECN
Snakes and Ladders: from controls to your first round
Read the aim of Snakes and Ladders, then make your first move. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Read the objective before making your first input. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Bring this focus to a round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Keep the objective visible.
What counts as success
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. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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.
How your actions work
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.
See the idea in action
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Verify the rule before continuing.
Check this before moving on
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Compare the situation with the worked example. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Helpful answers for players
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: 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.
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.
When I return, 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.
While learning, 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.
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.