THE PLAYBOOK · YUNQITEA
Learn your way around Snakes and Ladders
Take a moment with Snakes and Ladders before moving to another game. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Look at what changes after your first action. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
A small practice goal
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Refer to the controls when needed.
The goal to keep in mind
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. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
Using the playing area
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Look at the feedback after the action.
Try this example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Choose a deliberate next step.
One detail worth checking
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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
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.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
While learning, 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 reading the Guide, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Before I begin, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.