THE PLAYBOOK · CD12372
Table Tennis: a guide for your next round
Bring your attention to one round of Table Tennis. Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
One thing to notice as you play
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your objective
Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
Work through the instructions
- Serve.
- Move the lower paddle under the ball.
- Hit after the bounce near your baseline.
- A missed return gives a point.
The controls to know
Pointer/paddle buttons; Hit / return; Space serves or hits. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Follow the example
An early hit is rejected; wait while positioning the paddle. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.
Notice this detail
The ball-flight model is timing-based, not full tournament physics. Compare the situation with the worked example. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Answers about the rules and controls
What is the goal of Table Tennis?
Reach eleven points with a two-point lead.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Table Tennis?
Here is the relevant explanation: Pointer/paddle buttons; Hit / return; Space serves or hits.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Table Tennis?
The key detail is this: An early hit is rejected; wait while positioning the paddle.
What should I watch out for in Table Tennis?
The key detail is this: The ball-flight model is timing-based, not full tournament physics.
On this playing page, what format does Table Tennis offer?
rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
On this playing page, which play mode does Table Tennis use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
