How many players is Backgammon?

Backgammon plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.

How long does Backgammon take to play?

A game of Backgammon takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Backgammon any good?

Backgammon rates 6.5/10 from 11,927 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / dice game built around advantage token, betting and bluffing, dice rolling.

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Backgammon (-3000)

2 players · 30 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.5 on BGG

Players: 2
Play time: 30 min
Age: 8+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.5/10

Best for 2 players aged 8+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About Backgammon

Quickly roll & move your pieces off the board, but don't leave lone ones defenseless!

Abstract Strategy Dice

Mechanics: Advantage Token, Betting and Bluffing, Dice Rolling, Roll / Spin and Move, Track Movement · Designer: (Uncredited)

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Backgammon FAQ

How many players is Backgammon?: Backgammon plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.
How long does Backgammon take to play?: A game of Backgammon takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Backgammon any good?: Backgammon rates 6.5/10 from 11,927 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / dice game built around advantage token, betting and bluffing, dice rolling.