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Internet Backgammon Strategies for Beginners

One thing that makes Backgammon different from other advanced games is that it has simple rules for beginners. Yet, the game remains challenging enough to sustain the interest of avid players, worldwide.

It was not only during the 1990's that Backgammon gained its popularity. The game historically dates back to the Ancient Greeks and Romans. With minor alterations in the past decades, the game evolved, and even conquered the world of internet gaming.

For first timers, the goal is to get all 15 checkers around the board first. Backgammon is both a game of luck and skill. So, it is important to know the basic Backgammon strategies to win the game.

The first basic strategy is called the "Running Game". The player tries to bring all checkers to their inner board. But before using this strategy, the player should compare their pips with their opponent's. If their rival has fewer pips, it's better not to use this strategy.

When the player is trailing in the pip count race, they should maintain a point of control that is located in their opponent's board. This positional advantage is known as the "Holding Game". The 20-bar points are considered the best holding game anchors. These points provide greater chances for the player to hit their opponent.

The player can also choose to build a prime - a long wall of pieces to block the movement of their opponent's. The goal here is to maintain the prime and ensure their opponent's struggle to move their pieces around the game board. This strategy is called the Priming Game.

The fourth game strategy is known as the Backgammon Blitz. The player attacks their opponent's pieces while aiming to move their pieces into their inner table. Once the player starts their blitz attack, they should continue such moves to earn additional points. This strategy is a great tactical advantage if the player's points in their board are greater than their opponent's points.

The "Back Game" is another basic strategy that aims to conquer at least two points in the opponent's inner board. This is considered as the most difficult Backgammon strategy. The chances of succeeding depend on the luck of the dice roll. To succeed in this strategy, the player should establish two anchors and advance at least ten of their pieces to block their opponent. This strategy requires enough timing until the opponent makes an awkward roll and leaves a single or double shot.