Ludo Classic: Roll, Send Pawns Home, Knock Rivals Back
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What is Ludo Classic?
The family board game in digital form, with nothing altered. Four colors of pawn, one die and the familiar square board. Two of you can sit at the same screen and take turns.
How to play
On your turn you roll the die, then decide which pawn to move. A pawn only leaves its starting corner on a roll of 6. Land on a square already holding a rival pawn and that pawn goes back to the beginning, and the same rule applies against you. The first player to get all four pawns into the home space at the centre wins. Nothing is hidden here, so every decision is about which pawn is worth the risk.
Controls
| Key | Action |
|---|---|
| Left click | Roll the die and choose a pawn |
| Touch | Tap the die and the pawn on a phone |
Tips
- A 6 does not have to mean a new pawn; rescuing one that is about to be knocked back often pays more.
- Move your pawns in pairs rather than spreading them out, and they are much harder to knock back.
- Knocking back a rival pawn near its home is worth far more than nudging your own two squares on.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play against a friend?
Yes. It is built for two people taking turns on one device, and you each pick a color before the first roll.
How many pawns does each player have?
Four. The game is won the moment all four of them reach the home space in the middle of the board.