Ludo with Friends is a classic digital board game for 2 to 4 players, bringing the ancient Indian game of Pachisi to your browser.
The objective is simple: roll the dice and be the first to race all four of your colored tokens from your starting yard, around the board, and into the home column.
This HTML5 version lets you play against friends or computer opponents with simple mouse clicks.
Each player chooses a color and starts with four tokens in their yard. To begin moving a token onto the main track, you must first roll a six.
Once a token is in play, you move it clockwise around the board according to the number you roll. The path leads all the way around the board and up your colored home column.
The strategic element comes from interacting with other players. If you land on a square occupied by an opponent's token, you capture it and send it all the way back to their starting yard.
This can be a major setback, making a well-timed capture a key part of winning.
A crucial rule in Ludo with Friends involves the dice. Rolling a six grants you an extra turn, which you can use to either bring a new token into play or advance one that's already on the move.
Certain squares on the board are marked with a star; these are safe zones where your tokens cannot be captured by opponents.
Winning requires a mix of luck and planning. You need to decide whether to rush a single token home or move several tokens forward together. Blocking an opponent's path or aggressively pursuing their pieces are both valid tactics.
To win, you must move all four of your tokens into the home triangle at the center of the board.
You can enjoy Ludo with Friends completely free in your web browser without any downloads or installations. Because it's a lightweight HTML5 game, it runs on most devices and can be accessed on school or work networks that might block other gaming sites.
Gather your friends or challenge the AI for a quick match anytime.
The main goal in Ludo with Friends is to be the first player to move all four of your tokens from the starting yard, around the entire board, and into your home column.
Controls are simple and intuitive. Use your mouse to click the dice icon to roll. After the dice settles, click on one of your playable tokens to move it forward the corresponding number of spaces.
You must roll a six to move a token from your yard onto the starting square. If you roll a six, you also get another turn. Landing on a space occupied by an opponent sends their token back to the start.
To move a token into the home column, you must roll the exact number required. The first player to get all four of their tokens into the home column wins the game.
Spread Them Out - Avoid moving only one token. Having multiple pieces on the board gives you more strategic options for each roll.
Prioritize Safe Squares - Use the star-marked safe zones to protect your tokens from capture, especially if an opponent is right behind you. Capture When Possible - Sending an opponent's token back to their yard is a huge setback for them.
If you have the opportunity, take it. Block Opponents - Use one of your tokens to block an opponent who is close to reaching their home, forcing them to wait for a specific roll.
Use Sixes Wisely - A six can bring a new token out or move an existing one. Assess the board to see which move gives you a better advantage.
