THE PLAYBOOK · QCYANGCHU
Know the goal in Snakes and Ladders
Start Snakes and Ladders by looking at the playing area and its controls. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Use the example below to understand a decision. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Look at what changes after your first action.
Practice with a purpose
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The challenge in front of you
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
How to proceed
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Look at the feedback after the action.
Follow the example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.
Pay attention to this rule
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Compare the situation with the worked example. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Questions that come up during play
For my first round, 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.
For this browser game, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Snakes and Ladders?
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?
Here is the relevant explanation: A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
Before I begin, 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.
While learning, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.