Backgammon NJ

Backgammon NJ

Play vs. AI, friend, or online

1.5K ratings
407 reviews
$4.99
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Released
September 1, 2009
Updated
October 6, 2024

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Engage in classic backgammon against a sophisticated AI, a friend on the same device, or players worldwide. Improve your skills with tutor mode and hints, and customize your game experience.

✓Neural network AI opponent
✓Online multiplayer (real-time & turn-based)
✓Local 2-player mode
✓Tutor Mode and Hints
✓Customizable board and checkers
✓Match play up to 25 points
✓Game Center integration
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What's New in Backgammon NJ

7.0.2

October 6, 2024

v7.0: - Added "Stop Auto Finish When Doubled" option - Added "Display Statistic/Meter" option - Added "Match File/Info Export" option (includes Share function) - Added "Swap Match File Player Position" option - Added "Analyze Most Recent Match" option to Double Tap & Swipe Left on Status Meter settings (included in Analysis Package in-app purchase) - Updated for iOS 18 - Minor bug fixes v7.0.2: - Fixed issue where some online play buttons were not being grayed out

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$2.99

Analysis Package

Analyze past match files, view moves & errors for match, step through match, jump to position, play from position, save match files permanently.

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Top Paid

📉 89-4

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This game dropped -4 positions in Board games chart.

Last updated on October 28, 2026.

User reviews

Good app

I enjoy using the app, but am quite sure they have stacked the deck in favor of the house. Have t yet figured out how it cheats, but i will.

The Dice Cheats

You only roll doubles when you’re on the bar or bearing off. When the computer is on the bar, it rolls exactly what it needs and a whole bunch of doubles. Even when you’re winning and you’re bearing off using the auto computer, it does not use the best move. It often will not roll off a one even though you have a one in that position.
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Great game

With the updates to iOS this is no longer stable for on line play crash on the first move 75% of the time. Try and play every day.

Love the new online play very fast server. Much better than fibs. But I hate people that abort. Please let tag them as quitters.

This game is as good as jellyfish. If you are a casual player ( never played in a tourney, fibs rating under 2000, never read strstegy books). This game will eat you up. It is that good. This game is like having a world champion in your pocket. While backgammon is a game of chance because of dice. How you play is HUGELY important. I am convinced this game does not cheat. It just beats me. Now will somebody write a reliable fibs app. Good luck.
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Not blind accessible

Unfortunately, this app, like many other legitimate Backgammon apps, is not accessible to blind users, the board doesn’t interact with the Apple VoiceOver, this is disappointing as I’ve heard good things about this app.

Loaded Dice

The computer constantly gets double 4, 5, or 6 multiple times in a game while I rarely get any doubles.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Forced moves not always the best option

Bug

Inconsistent behavior in auto-bear-off mode

Bug

Online games prone to disconnections and timeouts

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Requested Features

4 requests

Manual dice roll option to verify randomness

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Ability to set custom difficulty levels

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Online multiplayer with chat functionality

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Improved tutorial and learning resources

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FAQ

What is Backgammon NJ?

Backgammon NJ is a comprehensive backgammon application that allows you to play against a highly advanced, neural network-based artificial intelligence. You can also play against another person on the same device or compete with players online through Game Center.

How can I improve my backgammon skills with this app?

The app offers a 'Tutor Mode' and 'Hints' feature designed to help you learn and improve your backgammon game. By playing against the world-class AI and utilizing these learning tools, you can analyze your gameplay and identify areas for improvement.

What are the different ways to play?

You can play offline against the computer AI in various skill levels, from Easy to Expert. There's also a 2-player mode for local matches on a single device. For online play, you can connect with friends or random players in real-time or turn-based matches via Game Center.

Is this app free to play?

The application is free to download and play, with in-app purchases available. This allows you to enjoy the core game and its features while offering optional enhancements.

What makes the AI so strong?

The AI in Backgammon NJ is powered by a neural network trained on millions of game positions. It also incorporates a bearoff database and a match equity table, contributing to its strong gameplay that can challenge even expert players.