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Ludo \u2014 the timeless cross-and-circle race \u2014 comes to RetroPlayNow in a fast 2-player edition. You (red) vs AI (blue), four tokens each, one 52-square outer track plus a 6-square home stretch. Roll the dice, need a 6 to launch a token from the yard, then race around the board, capture the opponent by landing on its square (except safe stars), and be first to bring all four tokens home.<\/p>\n

Our board uses the classic safe squares and exact-roll-to-finish rule, with a smooth step-by-step token animation and a clear turn indicator. Roll by tapping the dice or pressing Space, tap a highlighted token to move it, and watch captures send the opponent back to start. Need a 6? You get an extra roll. Stack your tokens, block the AI, and time your launches.<\/p>\n

Every game is a fresh dice duel vs a quick AI that plays instantly after you. Win faster with fewer rolls and fewer captures against you for a higher score and more Retro Coins. Your best is saved on this device. No board to set up, no dice to lose \u2014 just pure, family-friendly racing with endless fresh rolls.<\/p>\n

How to play Ludo<\/h2>\n
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  1. Need a 6 to start.<\/strong> Roll 1-6. A token in the yard needs a 6 to enter the track at its start square. Rolling a 6 also gives an extra roll.<\/li>\n
  2. Move your tokens.<\/strong> Tap a highlighted token to move it by the dice value. You must use the roll if any token can move.<\/li>\n
  3. Capture opponents.<\/strong> Land on an opponent’s token (except safe stars) to send it back to its yard.<\/li>\n
  4. Race home.<\/strong> Enter the 6-square home stretch and land exactly on the final home to finish a token. First with all 4 home wins.<\/li>\n
  5. Win fast for more points.<\/strong> Win in fewer rolls and fewer of your tokens captured for a higher score and more Retro Coins. Best is saved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n

    How do you play Ludo?<\/h3>\n

    Roll 1-6, need a 6 to launch a token, move around the 52-square track, capture opponents by landing on them, and race 4 tokens home with exact rolls.<\/p>\n

    Do I need a 6 to start?<\/h3>\n

    Yes \u2014 a token in the yard needs a 6 to enter at its start. Rolling a 6 also grants an extra roll.<\/p>\n

    What are safe squares?<\/h3>\n

    Stars on the board are safe \u2014 tokens there cannot be captured. All start squares are safe.<\/p>\n

    Can I play on mobile?<\/h3>\n

    Yes \u2014 tap Roll, then tap a highlighted token. Works perfectly on phones and tablets.<\/p>\n

    How is the score calculated?<\/h3>\n

    Base 5,000 minus rolls\u00d710 and times captured\u00d750, plus 500 win bonus. Best is saved on this device.<\/p>\n

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