Classic Strategy. Modern Competition.
Discover the history, strategy and competitive spirit behind one of the world's oldest and most fascinating board games.
More Than Just a Board Game
Thousands of years of history, simple rules, deep strategy and modern competition.
A Game Thousands of Years in the Making
Backgammon belongs to one of the oldest families of board games in human history.
Ancient civilizations played early race games using boards, counters and dice. Over centuries these games evolved across different cultures into the modern backgammon we know today.
Discover the historySimple Rules. Endless Possibilities.
Move your fifteen checkers around the board and bear them off before your opponent.
Dice determine the available moves, but positioning, timing and decision-making determine how well you use them.
Where Luck Meets Strategy
Every roll creates opportunities. Strong players know how to use them.
Backgammon combines probability, timing, positional play and risk management.
Take Your Seat at the Board
Meet your AI opponent and learning companion. Play against GNU Backgammon, explore suggested moves, and sharpen your decisions with engine-powered analysis.
