THE PLAYBOOK · CD12372
Follow the steps for Snakes and Ladders
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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
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.
The purpose of your moves
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Read that aim before choosing your first action. 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
See how the rules apply
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Check the stated objective.
Check this before moving on
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Answers about the rules and controls
For my first round, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
How do I control Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
The key detail is this: A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
While learning, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
Keep this in mind: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
When I return, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.