Backgammon Galaxy
Backgammon against ranked humans, with an analysis pass afterwards that quantifies precisely how reckless your doubles were.
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How to get the most from it
Backgammon Galaxy sits in Board Games under Play, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- Expect to create an account before you get far.
- Go in expecting something competitive and brainy.
About this category: Chess, draughts, connection games and modern board games ported honestly. Play a stranger or send a link to someone in another country.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Chasing a better score
- Giving your brain a workout
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
Backgammon Galaxy: quick answers
Is Backgammon Galaxy free?
Yes. Backgammon Galaxy is free to use, though it asks you to sign up.
Do I need an account to use Backgammon Galaxy?
Yes. Backgammon Galaxy asks you to create an account before you get far.
Does Backgammon Galaxy work on a phone?
Yes. Backgammon Galaxy works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Backgammon Galaxy safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Backgammon Galaxy take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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