Backgammon (Tawla) Online
Play Backgammon (Tawla) free on JAWNA with friends in a browser, no download. Share a private table link, enjoy voice chat, or use the iPhone and Android app.
Why play Backgammon (Tawla) on JAWNA?
- Mic and voice chat right at the Backgammon (Tawla) table: talk to the other players while you play.
- Quick match finds you a table with new people fast, or make a private table and send your friends the link.
- No download: it runs in the browser on phone and computer, and there is a JAWNA phone app too.
- Arabic first, with English. Made for the Gulf and the Arab world.
- Free. Extras (table and card looks) are optional, with coins.
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Backgammon (Tawla): goal and players
Play Backgammon (Tawla) online on JAWNA at jawna.app. Check the goal and supported player counts before inviting your group. Read the rules even if you know the game: familiar names can have different variants, and your usual house rules may differ from the selected version.
Supported table sizes: 2 players. Choose a player count in the game settings. In partner variants, check seats and teams first. In individual formats, each player competes for their own result. The in-game How to play screen provides details. Agree on the variant before your first round together.
How to play: rules
- Move all 15 of your checkers round the board into your home (bottom right) and bear them off first.
- Roll two dice and move a checker by each number; doubles move four times. Land on an empty point, your own, or a single enemy checker — hitting it to the bar.
- Checkers on the bar must come back in first. You can’t land on a point with two or more enemy checkers.
- Once all your checkers are home, bear them off with exact numbers (a larger number takes your farthest checker).
- Use both dice if you can, and the larger one when only one fits.
- A win is 1 point, a gammon (they bore off none) 2, a backgammon 3. First to the match target wins.
Scoring and winning
Roll two dice and move a checker by each number; doubles move four times. Land on an empty point, your own, or a single enemy checker — hitting it to the bar.
Checkers on the bar must come back in first. You can’t land on a point with two or more enemy checkers.
A win is 1 point, a gammon (they bore off none) 2, a backgammon 3. First to the match target wins.
Tips and strategy
Balance making closed points against leaving exposed checkers. The fastest-looking move may create an easy hit next turn. If you have a checker on the bar, check legal re-entry before planning the rest of the dice. In a pure race, compare remaining distance; with contact, safety and blocking points matter more. During bearing off, follow the home-board requirement and the rule for using a higher die shown in the game.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I play Backgammon (Tawla) online with a mic?
On JAWNA (jawna.app). Every Backgammon (Tawla) table has a mic and voice chat, so you talk to the players while you play.
Where can I play Backgammon (Tawla) with new people?
On JAWNA pick Backgammon (Tawla) and tap Quick match to get players fast, or make a private table for your friends.
Do I need to download an app to play Backgammon (Tawla)?
No. Open jawna.app in the browser on your phone or computer and play right away. There is also a JAWNA phone app if you like.
Guide: where to play Backgammon (Tawla) online with a mic
Is there a free app for Backgammon (Tawla)?
You can start on JAWNA and play in a browser for free. Optional in-app extras are available; review any purchase option before choosing it. The download page lists current mobile installation options.
How many people can play Backgammon (Tawla) on JAWNA?
The available player counts are 2 players. Pick the format that fits your group before starting; a game with multiple supported sizes does not necessarily support every number between them.
How do you win at Backgammon (Tawla)?
A win is 1 point, a gammon (they bore off none) 2, a backgammon 3. First to the match target wins.
How do I invite friends to Backgammon (Tawla)?
Create a private table from the game and share its link with friends. Check that everyone has chosen the same game and the seats suit your group before starting, particularly when a partner is involved.
Do I have to use my microphone?
Table voice chat is available when you allow microphone access. Check your microphone and mute state before talking, and respect the other players’ privacy and the community rules.
Are the Backgammon (Tawla) rules the same as our house rules?
Some details or variants may differ. Read the summary and the in-game How to play screen together, then agree on the variant. The rules of the selected mode determine the round.
Can a beginner learn Backgammon (Tawla) on JAWNA?
Start with the instructions and play with friends who know the game. Understand the goal and scoring before concentrating on advanced moves or speed.
Where can I find other games for my group?
Open JAWNA’s games directory and choose by player count and game idea. There are card games, board games and puzzles, so you can switch according to your time, group size and preferred challenge.
Can I read Backgammon (Tawla) rules and scoring before signing in?
Yes. This public guide covers the implemented rules and the result, and its rules, scoring and strategy sections are accessible without an account.
Start a session with friends
Use Play now, sign in, then choose a private table and share its link, or select Quick match where available.
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How to play – step by step
- Roll and move – Roll two dice and move a checker by each number. Doubles move four times.
- Hit a blot – Land on a single enemy checker to hit it to the bar. It must come back in before anything else moves.
- Blocked points – You can’t land on a point with two or more enemy checkers. Use both dice when you can.
- Bear off – Once all 15 are in your home, bear them off with exact numbers. First off wins: 1 point, a gammon 2, a backgammon 3.
History & origins
Backgammon belongs to the much older tables-game family, with important traditions across the Middle East and Europe.
The modern English name appears in the 17th century. Older race games provide its background, but not every ancient board proves identical rules.
The doubling cube was a much later development. Regional games such as tawla preserve related but distinct ways to race, block and bear off.