# Backgammon - The Board Game — Online and Offline Multiplayer

> Classic two-player strategy and luck board game with online and offline multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by LITE Games GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-the-board-game/id517995893 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LITE Games GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/943875563)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 586 App Store ratings · 271 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 212 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), Russian, European Spanish, American English, Italian, Turkish, European Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2012-09-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-the-board-game/id517995893/reviews.md

## What is Backgammon?

Play the LITE Games version of the popular board game Backgammon now for free on your iPhone and iPad with offline and online multiplayer mode.

Features:
- Play for free without limitations 
- Play against a variety of unique computer opponents with different play styles
- Compete online against opponents from all over the world
- Challenge your friends and family on the same device
- Climb to the top of the online highscore leaderboard 

Backgammon, also known as Tavla, is a two players board game that involves a combination of strategy and luck, due to rolling dice. The goal is to remove all of one’s own playing pieces from the board before the opponent can do the same. While the dice can determine the outcome of a single game, strategy is what separates the good and the better players over a series of games.  

Learn the game, work on your tactics and unlock amazing achievements. Experience thrilling matches through the global online matchmaking or hone your skills versus the computer. Challenge your friends and family offline or online regardless of what phone or operating system they use through our great multiplayer modes – as long as the game is available on their phone you can play together!

Play Backgammon now for free!

With the right strategy, tactics and observation skills you will eventually find yourself amongst the top players of the LITE Games community and earn yourself a spot in the global leaderboards. Can you make it?

The Backgammon board game is offered in high quality localization in the following languages: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish & Russian.

The game is perfect for fans of Checkers, Othello or Mills and offers a strategic challenge for beginners as well as experienced veterans.

Join in and get yourself a top spot in our player community. The 10 best players will be proudly displayed each week on https://www.lite.games/games/Backgammon/

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FAQ:

Why did you change the game?
The former version was no longer compatible with iOS 11 (it wouldn't start or crash in most cases). The code base of the former version was too old to just be updated which is why we needed to rebuild the game from scratch. We used this opportunity to also implement a multiplayer mode and update the graphics.

How can I play the former / old version of Backgammon? 
You can only play the old version if you don't update the game and use a device that uses iOS 10.3.3 or lower. 

Where is the "Undo" button?
After your first move, there will be a circular arrow pointing to the left, at the bottom right of the board. Tapping the arrow will undo your move.

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## Key features

- Play for free without limitations
- Play against varied computer opponents
- Compete online against global players
- Challenge friends and family locally
- Climb online highscore leaderboards
- Unlock achievements

## What do users think of Backgammon?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 💎 Best backgammon app
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🎨 Great graphics and design

**Cons**

- 🎲 Unfair dice rolls
- 🤖 AI cheats or is too lucky
- 🔍 Lack of transparency in game mechanics
- 🛑 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 📺 Excessive ads and interruptions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game freezing or locking up
- Incorrect game outcome reporting
- Issues with screen orientation and touch responsiveness

**Most requested features**

- Customizable board and piece designs
- Offline play mode
- Detailed game statistics and analytics
- Ability to disable 'show possible moves' feature
- Resign option during games

## Recent user reviews (10 of 271)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-the-board-game/id517995893/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Gut aber…

*2026-06-30*

Ich kennen keinen Menschen, der so viele Paschs würfelt.

**Developer response:** Hallo,

danke für dein Feedback. Wir verstehen, dass es manchmal ungewöhnlich wirken kann, wenn viele Paschs fallen. Die Würfelergebnisse werden jedoch zufällig erzeugt und nicht gezielt beeinflusst.

Wenn du uns weitere Beobachtungen mitteilen möchtest, erreichst du uns gerne unter support@lite.games.

Viele Grüße
Dein LITE Games Team

### 3/5 — So so

*2026-04-25, version 3.6.74*

Needs a chat option. Fairly basic and a little bit clunky especially when connecting with friends. If you leave the app to send a message for example or anything else, you lose the game due to it logging out.

### 2/5 — Tordu

*2026-03-04*

Encore une appli réalisée par des gens qui ne connaissent pas le jeu

**Developer response:** Bonjour, merci pour votre commentaire ! J'ai transmis votre suggestion à notre équipe. Nous travaillons en permanence à l'amélioration et au développement de nouvelles fonctionnalités afin d'optimiser l'expérience de jeu. Nous espérons que vous continuerez à faire partie de notre communauté de joueurs et vous souhaitons beaucoup de plaisir pendant vos parties !

### 1/5 — Bug

*2026-02-23*

L’application est bloquée par certaines publicités, notamment celle intitulée « qu’elle est la rareté de votre type d’intelligence ». Impossible de faire disparaître cette fenêtre.

**Developer response:** Merci pour votre commentaire. Les publicités proviennent de partenaires externes et ne sont pas sélectionnées directement par nous. Grâce à la publicité personnalisée, les annonces peuvent être mieux adaptées aux intérêts des utilisateurs et les contenus perturbateurs peuvent être réduits. Nous travaillons en permanence à l'amélioration de l'expérience de jeu et vous souhaitons beaucoup de plaisir.

### 1/5 — Garbage App!

*2026-02-15, version 3.6.74*

Don’t waste your time with this one!

### 1/5 — Hahaha ridiculous

*2025-11-19, version 3.6.74*

I haven't even played a single game and I've already been shown four ads. Hahaha, better not, thanks.

### 1/5 — Waste of time!

*2025-07-17, version 3.6.60*

Outcome has been determined before the game starts. They allow players to name themselves vulgar profane names!  They say fair!  No way, triple 6’s in a row, no way!  
Worst game ever!   I just want an honest fair game and this ain’t it.

### 4/5 — gut, aber zu viel Werbung

*2025-07-05*

gut, aber zu viel Werbung. Grafik ok

**Developer response:** Hallo, vielen Dank für dein Feedback! Die Werbung hilft uns als Entwickler, die App zu warten und weiterzuentwickeln, damit wir dir in Zukunft noch mehr Verbesserungen und neue Funktionen bieten können. Wir hoffen, dir bald ein 5-Sterne-Erlebnis bieten zu können und wünschen dir weiterhin viel Spaß beim Spielen!

### 4/5 — いつもの時間つぶしに

*2025-04-29*

普段から手癖のように遊んでます
ただ、ダブルをかけられた際にポイントとチップカウントが表示されたままにしてもらえると嬉しい

**Developer response:** こんにちは、あなたのフィードバックを喜んで受け止め、私たちのチームに伝えました。私たちは現在、アプリの多くの改善と新機能に取り組んでいます。これからも私たちのプレイヤーコミュニティーの一員として、プレーを楽しんでいただければ幸いです！

### 1/5 — Wrong moves

*2025-01-26, version 3.6.60*

This app moves positions in a wrong sequence.

## Frequently asked questions about Backgammon

### What is Backgammon?

Backgammon, also known as Tavla, is a two-player board game that combines strategy and luck through dice rolls. The objective is to move all your playing pieces off the board before your opponent does.

### How can I play Backgammon?

You can play against a variety of computer opponents with different play styles, compete online against players worldwide, or challenge friends and family on the same device or remotely. The game also offers offline play.

### Is Backgammon free to play?

Yes, the game is offered for free with no limitations on gameplay. While the description mentions 'free with in-app purchases' in the monetization model, the core gameplay is free to enjoy.

### What devices is Backgammon compatible with?

The game is available for iPhone and iPad. It also supports cross-platform multiplayer, allowing you to play with friends on different phone operating systems as long as they have the game installed.

### What are the main strategies in Backgammon?

While dice rolls introduce luck, strategy is key to winning over multiple games. This involves tactics and observation skills to outmaneuver your opponent, manage your pieces, and aim for the global leaderboards.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.74 — 2025-11-10

Bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 3.6.60 — 2024-10-28

bug fixes and stability improvements

### 3.6.48 — 2024-06-04

Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 3.6.43 — 2024-03-30

Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 3.6.28 — 2023-11-09

Bug fixes and stability improvements

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