The haptics are very satisfying
And the coaching is very helpful
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Learn and play backgammon with an interactive coach. Master checker movement, hitting, bearing off, and cube decisions through lessons and practice positions. Analyze your matches with AI insights and play against computer opponents or friends offline.
✓Interactive backgammon lessons
✓Position-based learning
✓AI move analysis and hints
✓Match replay and review
✓Computer and local multiplayer
✓Offline play
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What's New in Gammon
1.0.1
November 13, 2026
Made for iPhone Duo • Gammon now uses the full inner display on iPhone Duo. • When the Duo is half-folded, the board stays on one side of the fold and coaching, turn controls and Match replay sit on the other. • On the closed outer display, controls are placed to stay within reach. Fixes • The computer opponent no longer occasionally stalls mid-turn, including at the end of a game.
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How does Gammon help me learn backgammon?
Gammon offers eleven interactive lessons covering fundamental backgammon concepts like checker movement, hitting, bearing off, and the doubling cube. You can also learn by playing specific positions and comparing your choices with AI analysis.
Can I play Gammon offline?
Yes, Gammon is designed for offline play. You can play, learn, and review matches without an internet connection, making it convenient for on-the-go learning.
Does Gammon have ads or in-app purchases?
No, Gammon is completely free to download and play with no advertisements or in-app purchases. The app is ad-free and does not require any additional spending to access its full features.
What devices does Gammon support?
Gammon is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, with support for both portrait and landscape layouts and touch controls across these devices.
How does the AI coach in Gammon work?
The AI coach provides hints during matches, allowing you to preview moves on the board and decide whether to use them. It offers clear move paths and explanations, with analysis running directly on your device.
Can I play against other people with Gammon?
Yes, you can play against a Friendly or Stronger computer opponent, or share the board with someone beside you for local multiplayer matches. You can play 1-, 3-, or 5-point matches.
How often is Gammon updated?
The latest version of Gammon is 1.0, and it was last updated on October 31, 2026. Further update frequency details are not provided, but the app is built on the open-source bgsage engine.
What is the age rating for Gammon?
Gammon has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players interested in learning the game.
