Internet Backgammon
You can play bakgammon online opposite either a program or other real players.

Backgammon Download
There are two kinds of backgammon downloads. Some backgammon downloads allow you to play against internet opponents, while others allow you to play against the program itself even when you're not online.

Just For Fun
Backgammon online without real money - using 'play money.'

Real Money Backgammon
Play for cash, not just for fun.

Backgammon Software
Software is a program - “instructions” - that tell the computer what to do. You can buy software or download free software -“freeware” - from the Internet.


A Note About Computerized Backgammon

Internet sites offering backgammon games are a dime-a-dozen. You can play for fun opposite programs such as Motif Backgammon, which offers a no-frills, Java applet, with a simple backgammon board, or with much more expensive software.

Playing against a program when you are new to the game may be less threatening than playing against a real player. On the other hand, playing against a person is more challenging and much more of a thrill! There you are, in real-time with your opponent who could be on the other side of the world. You may not even speak the same language! It's not a problem, though. The online backgammon game connects you and gives you a common language.

Before you actually take on a human opponent, you ought to study the rules to get an idea of what you need to focus on. Backgammon is not just a game of luck! There is strategy involved. Good players are strategists. Backgammon strategy can be studied by reading books or online sites, by watching online games, by visiting forums, but mainly by playing the game against a variety of opponents.


Click on How To Play to get your backgammon board set up and start making moves!