# Backgammon HD — Play Online with Friends!

> Digital adaptation of the ancient Persian board game, Backgammon, with online and single-player modes. (iPhone/iPad app by WildCard Classics Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-hd/id363949050 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [WildCard Classics Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/284954485)
- Category: Games, Board, Casino
- Price: Free (on sale, was $4.99)
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 3,002 App Store ratings · 588 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13 · 129 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-04-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-hd/id363949050/reviews.md

## What is Backgammon HD?

Play the #1 Backgammon on the App Store! Now with the best online Backgammon experience with background match-making and two ways to play online: Turn-based gameplay or live games via Game Center. Challenge your friends, play against random opponents, compete for leaderboard glory, and earn achievements.

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** Recommended by MacWorld as a Top Download for your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad in their November 2010 issue.

** “Backgammon Premium is the crème-de-la-crème ‘gammon’” 9 out of 10 stars Appaddicts.com!

** Nominated for “best dice game of 2009 in the 2009 Best App Ever Awards hosted by bestappever.com!

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Backgammon is believed to have started in Persia, eventually finding its way to Britain with the Roman conquest in the 1st century and was played by Emperor Claudius who even had his carriage equipped with a playing board!  It became such a gambling mania that it was declared illegal under the Republic.

Playing on the history of the game, there are 6 visually pleasing, rich board designs; Egyptian, Roman, Medieval, Victorian, Modern and Classic.

We also offer, out of the box, two classic game variations: “Old English” and Nackgammon. “Old English” is the most popular game variation in England. Nackgammon is a more challenging variation designed to add more creativity and skill to the game.

With integrated Bluetooth Peer-to-Peer support you can play with your friends over Bluetooth with no network required!  You can also play against the computer in either Easy, Medium, or Hard difficulties.

Features:
- Play online: Live with Game Center
- Background match-making: search for opponents while you play!
- Universal. Play on your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad
- Single Player Games (with Easy, Medium, or Hard)  
- Match support! Play to 3, 5, 9 or 15 points with Doubling. Matches use the Crawford Rule
- On the phone Multiplayer and Bluetooth peer to peer games
- Move-Assist, highlights available moves
- Unlimited “Undo” in single-player games
- Extensive game statistics

## Key features

- Online multiplayer with Game Center
- Background match-making
- Turn-based and live online play
- Play against AI (Easy, Medium, Hard)
- Bluetooth peer-to-peer multiplayer
- Multiple board designs
- Game variations (Old English, Nackgammon)

## What do users think of Backgammon HD?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 💡 Variety of game modes
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases

**Cons**

- 🐛 Counting/display issues on new iPad Pro
- 🐛 Pieces not aligned on iPad
- 🐛 Dice rolls sometimes biased towards computer

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Counting errors on goals
- Pieces not lining up on board
- Crashes when about to win

**Most requested features**

- Ability to invite friends to play
- More challenging difficulty levels
- Acey-Deucey game mode

## Recent user reviews (10 of 588)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-hd/id363949050/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Wow

*2026-08-19, version 4.6.6*

Easy

### 5/5 — Fun to play against the game! I’m addicted!

*2026-08-19, version 4.6.6*

I love Backgammon, and I love being able to play without another human.

### 5/5 — Best choice

*2026-08-18, version 4.6.6*

Love everything about it

### 1/5 — So problematic after three years without updates

*2026-08-07, version 4.6.6*

I like the feel of this, the look, and the play. Always have. But on an iPad mini 6 the ratios are off and the pieces don’t line up right on the board anymore.  The level score doesn’t work right anymore, either.  I might be at 2600 at the end of the night, and the next morning I’ll see that I’m back to some lower number because it forgot what I earned the night before.  And it’s always an issue since I have this on the phone and an iPad to keep those points correct even though they share the same game center account. Find something that is actively being kept current because this one is just a nightmare now.

### 5/5 — Good game

*2026-08-07, version 4.6.6*

Good game however it appears that it favors the AI WHEN YOUR FAR AHEAD. (Ex. AI gets lotsa doubles)

### 5/5 — Game

*2026-08-07, version 4.6.6*

R

### 5/5 — Almost as good as in person

*2026-08-04, version 4.6.6*

I don’t play any of my other iPad games anymore. I just wish there were people close by that would enjoy a visit which included Backgammon and/or Foosball.

### 4/5 — Backgammon

*2026-07-29, version 4.6.6*

My only complaint is that the "random" dice roll doesn't really seem to be random.

There is a quirk that randomly will not allow legal moves and forces me to make moves that will give the computer a distinct disadvantage

### 1/5 — JR907

*2026-07-27, version 4.6.6*

7/27/26 This is my 4th review and I still have the same problem!!! Please fix it!   7/07/2026 THIS IS MY THIRD REVIEW. I STILL HAVE THE SAME TROUBLE WITH THE APP AS I STATED BELOW. I WOULD HAVE GIVEN A FIVE STAR REVIEW.  Update on my last review same as here. Nothing has changed from the message below. I LOVE this game. And playing against the computer at my skill level challenges me. The reason I’m not giving it a 5 star is because the board many times becomes corrupted and I have to uninstall and reinstall the app! Then I lose my tournament stats!!! And I PAID for this version thinking that because it was a pay for use the problem would stop. It did not!

### 1/5 — Crazy dice

*2026-07-27, version 4.6.6*

I had gone a large number of games without incident… then crazy dice… time to put it in the bin…

## Frequently asked questions about Backgammon HD

### What is Backgammon HD?

Backgammon HD is a digital adaptation of the classic board game. It allows you to play against friends or random opponents online, compete against the computer with varying difficulty levels, and enjoy different game variations and visually appealing board designs.

### How can I play with friends?

You can play with friends online through Game Center, supporting both turn-based and live gameplay. Additionally, the app offers Bluetooth peer-to-peer multiplayer, allowing you to play with friends directly without a network connection.

### What game variations are available?

The app includes two classic game variations: 'Old English,' which is popular in England, and 'Nackgammon,' a more challenging variation designed to incorporate more creativity and skill into the game.

### Is the app free to play?

The app is free to download and play. However, it does feature in-app purchases, which may offer additional content or features for those who wish to enhance their experience.

### Can I play Backgammon HD on different devices?

Yes, the app is universal and can be played on your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad, offering a seamless experience across Apple devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.6.6 — 2023-06-06

Updated for iOS 16 with a bunch of bug fixes. Thanks to all of our players and please keep the great feedback coming!

### 4.6.5 — 2021-06-22

Updated for iOS 14 with a bunch of bug fixes. Thanks to all of our players and please keep the great feedback coming!

### 4.5.8 — 2019-01-14

We've been busy fixing bugs and adding new device support.

### 4.5.7 — 2018-07-23

-Brand new help section!
-Bug fixes based on your feedback!

### 4.5.6 — 2018-01-08

Thank you for all your wonderful support! This update includes performance improvements and bug fixes. 

We appreciate every App Review, so keep them coming! Also, be sure to Like WildCard Games on Facebook for the latest updates!

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