Game guide · 05MC
Snakes and Ladders: rules and examples
Choose a round of Snakes and Ladders and settle into its rules. Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the same-device two players mode shown on the page. Look at what changes after your first action.
Practice beyond the first move
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.
What you are aiming for
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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.
How your actions work
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Check any mode label before starting.
Try this example
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.
Notice this detail
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Answers about the rules and controls
What is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
For clarity: Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is.
When I return, how do I control Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
When I return, 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.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version.
While reading the Guide, 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.
On this playing page, which play mode does Snakes and Ladders use?
The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Before I begin, where should I start with Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Player 1 rolls first, starting before square 1.
For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Snakes and Ladders?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
Before I begin, how can I find Snakes and Ladders again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, how do I report an issue with Snakes and Ladders?
Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.