# Backgammon Premium — Play Online Backgammon!

> Online and offline backgammon game with AI, multiplayer, and variations. (iPhone/iPad app by WildCard Classics Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-premium/id299466740 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [WildCard Classics Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/284954485)
- Category: Games, Board, Casino
- Price: $2.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 6,562 App Store ratings · 796 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13 · 129 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2008-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-premium/id299466740/reviews.md

## What is Backgammon Premium?

Play the #1 Backgammon on the App Store! Now with the best online Backgammon experience with background match-making and 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 live against opponents worldwide with Game Center!
- Background match-making: search for opponents while you play!
- Single Player Games (with Easy, Medium, Hard or, soon, with our brand-new Expert player)  
- Match support! Play to 3, 5, 9 or 15 points with Doubling. Matches use the Crawford Rule
- Move-Assist, highlights available moves
- Unlimited “Undo” in single-player games
- Extensive game statistics
- Designed for iPhone & iPad

## Key features

- Online multiplayer via Game Center
- Background match-making
- Single-player vs AI (Easy, Medium, Hard)
- Match play with Doubling and Crawford Rule
- Move-assist and unlimited undo
- Extensive game statistics
- Multiple board designs and game variations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $2.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Christmas Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Acey Deucey | $1.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #84 in Top Paid · Board (US App Store)
- #14 in Top Paid · Casino (US App Store)

## What do users think of Backgammon Premium?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎮 Fun and challenging game
- 📱 Great on-the-go game
- 👍 Well-made and enjoyable
- 🕹️ Classic game with good implementation
- 🧠 Helps improve skills
- 🎨 Nice graphics and visuals

**Cons**

- 🎲 Computer gets too many favorable dice rolls
- 🤖 Computer plays too aggressively at higher difficulties
- 🔍 Pieces don't align properly on newer devices
- 🔧 Bugs and glitches in recent updates
- 🤔 Lack of customization and settings

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Pieces don't line up with board on iPad Pro
- Game freezes and crashes on newer iOS versions
- Opponent can quit mid-game without penalty

**Most requested features**

- Add pass-and-play mode for local multiplayer
- Improve dice roll randomness and fairness
- Optimize game for latest devices and OS versions
- Provide more board and piece customization options
- Implement an undo/redo feature

## Recent user reviews (10 of 796)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-premium/id299466740/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best single player game available

*2026-08-18, version 4.6.6*

All of the games out there seem to want you to play online. This is it always the most practical. I found this Game to be very good. It's Difficult AI plays very well. It doesn't appear to cheat - like rigged dice rolls etc.

### 4/5 — Fun to play

*2026-08-17, version 4.6.6*

A really good game though just noticed moves don’t align with the board. Hopefully will get fixed in next update.

### 5/5 — Love this game!

*2026-08-16, version 4.6.6*

It is a great way to pass time... I never get tired of it😊

### 5/5 — Backgammon

*2026-08-15, version 4.6.6*

It is really fun playing (single) game online!

### 1/5 — Won’t allow permitted moves

*2026-08-15, version 4.6.6*

System sometimes won’t allow permitted moves. It gets worse with time. It will allow only the moves suggested in “hints.”

### 5/5 — Computer mode rolls

*2026-08-13, version 4.6.6*

Rolls are fixed for computer advantage

### 5/5 — Great for learning

*2026-08-12, version 4.6.6*

Awesome

### 5/5 — Scrabble Review

*2026-08-11, version 4.6.6*

This is one of my favorite games.

### 3/5 — Connecting takes a long time

*2026-08-10, version 4.6.6*

Vague

### 5/5 — Was great until got new iPad mini, now board doesn’t present properly

*2026-08-10, version 4.6.6*

Always people to play against. Love plying it, mostly good people to play against, and can bypass those that are bad sports. Still the best app available. Has option to speak to other player, which is far better than others that allow abusive messages to be sent. Would only suggest shorter time allowed for others to move as some get stupid when losing. Also requires updating for new shape iPads

## Frequently asked questions about Backgammon Premium

### What is Backgammon Premium?

Backgammon Premium is a mobile application that allows users to play the classic board game of backgammon. It offers both online multiplayer matches against players worldwide and single-player games against an AI opponent with adjustable difficulty levels.

### What are the key features of this backgammon app?

Key features include playing live online games via Game Center with background match-making, single-player modes against Easy, Medium, or Hard AI, match support with Doubling and the Crawford Rule, a move-assist function, unlimited undo in single-player, extensive game statistics, and a selection of visually pleasing board designs and classic game variations like 'Old English' and Nackgammon.

### How much does Backgammon Premium cost?

The application is free to download and play, but it does offer in-app purchases. This means that while the core game is accessible without charge, certain features or content may require a purchase.

### What devices is Backgammon Premium compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone and iPad devices. It leverages Game Center for online play, indicating compatibility with Apple's ecosystem for iOS devices.

### Can I play Backgammon Premium offline?

Yes, you can play Backgammon Premium offline against the computer in Easy, Medium, or Hard difficulties. The app also supports Bluetooth Peer-to-Peer play with friends without requiring a network connection.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.6.6 — 2023-06-13

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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