THE PLAYBOOK · ZHOUSIMIAN
Follow the steps for 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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Build familiarity through play
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your objective
Reach square 100 exactly. A roll past 100 leaves the token where it is. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
The controls to know
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
One way to understand the rules
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.
Avoid this misunderstanding
A roll of six does not grant an extra turn in this version. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Game-specific help
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Snakes and Ladders?
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?
From square 98, rolling 2 wins. Rolling 3 overshoots and leaves the token at 98.
Before I begin, 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.
For my first round, what format does Snakes and Ladders offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
When I return, 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.