A roll of 1 allows the checker to enter on the 24-point (opponent's 1), a roll of 2 on the 23-point (opponent's 2), and so forth, up to a roll of 6 allowing entry on the 19-point (opponent's 6). In this case, the blot has been "hit" and is placed in the middle of the board on the bar that divides the two sides of the playing surface. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.

When a player feels he has the advantage in a game, that player can choose to offer a double before rolling the dice—effectively doubling the value of the game. If you have never used the doubling cube or an opponent offers a double, and you do not know what it is, it is time you learned about this interesting twist to basic backgammon. In 1666, it is reported that the "old name for backgammon used by Shakespeare and others" was Tables.Backgammon is one of the world’s oldest board games, likely going back over 5,000 years to modern-day Iraq. The pip count represents the number of pips or points that a player needs to move their checkers to bear them off and win the game. However, over thousands of attempts, the dice will even out and you will clear the board in close to 20-21 rolls on average. However, if the loser has not borne off any of his checkers, he is gammoned and loses twice the value of the doubling cube.

The history of board games can be traced back nearly 5,000 years to archaeological discoveries of the Jiroft culture, located in present-day Iran, the world's oldest game set having been discovered in the region with equipment comprising a dumbbell-shaped board, counters and dice. The roll of 1-2 is given special consideration, allowing the player, after moving the 1 and the 2, to select any desired doubles move.Our complimentary service of designing your board in a wide range of gaming leathers is offered at no extra cost. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience.