# Narde - long backgammon — Сlassic table dice game live

> Strategic backgammon variant with no luck, emphasizing positioning and blocking. (iPhone/iPad app by Adikus.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/narde-long-backgammon/id970411932 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Adikus](https://appshunter.io/developer/293841475)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 362 App Store ratings · 183 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 48 MB
- Languages: Russian, American English, German (Germany), Turkish, French (France)
- Released: 2015-03-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/narde-long-backgammon/id970411932/reviews.md

## What is Narde?

Experience the strategic depth of the beloved backgammon variant!

◆ Pure Strategy, No Luck
Unlike traditional backgammon, Narde eliminates the element of chance through hitting. Every checker you place is safe, transforming the game into a thrilling race of positioning and tactical blocking. Master the art of building primes, managing your pieces, and outmaneuvering your opponent in this chess-like twist on a classic!

◆ Game Features

Two Ways to Play:
► Solo Mode - Challenge sophisticated AI in matches of 1, 3, 5, 11, or 15 rounds. Perfect your strategy with optional doubling cube!
► Online Multiplayer - Compete globally through Game Center. Start with 2,000 chips and build your fortune one strategic victory at a time!

◆ Authentic Narde Rules:
• Strategic "head" rule - only one checker can leave your starting point per turn
• No hitting - create blocking positions instead of risky blots
• Build powerful primes (but not too powerful - fair play rules apply!)
• Both players race in the same direction for unique tactical challenges

◆ Smart Features:
• One-tap movement with intelligent die ordering
• Advanced random dice algorithm ensures completely fair rolls
• Clean, intuitive interface designed for iOS
• Comprehensive in-game rulebook with strategy tips
• Daily leaderboards to track your dominance

◆ Why Narde?
If you love backgammon but crave more strategy and less luck, Narde is your perfect match. Every game is a battle of wits where superior positioning beats fortunate rolls. Whether you're a backgammon master seeking a fresh challenge or a strategy game enthusiast looking for your next obsession, Narde delivers depth, excitement, and endless replayability.

◆ Build Your Legacy
• Climb the daily leaderboards
• Accumulate chips through skillful play
• Master both aggressive racing and patient blocking strategies
• Join a global community of strategic thinkers

Download now and discover why Narde has captivated players for generations!

## Key features

- Pure strategy, no luck
- Solo mode against AI
- Online multiplayer via Game Center
- Authentic Narde rules
- One-tap movement
- In-game rulebook with tips
- Daily leaderboards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Narde?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🎮 Engaging and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Good visual design and interface
- 🧠 Requires strategic thinking and skill
- 🌐 Online multiplayer functionality
- 📱 Works well as a mobile game
- 🎯 Interesting variant of backgammon

**Cons**

- 🎲 Dice rolls appear non-random and biased
- 🤖 Suspected rigged algorithm favoring opponents
- ⏳ Long wait times for online opponents
- 💰 Requires payment to continue playing
- 🔗 Connection loss issues and exploits
- 📺 Intrusive advertisements interrupting gameplay
- ❌ Unfair game mechanics and rule inconsistencies
- 🚫 Suspected bot players instead of real opponents
- 🔐 Poor customer service and support
- 😤 Frustrating loss streaks after win streaks

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Dice roll #5 does not allow piece movement
- Game refuses to allow valid moves
- Doubles cannot be used when spaces are blocked
- Possible movements not underlined after update
- Rule changes for first roll (3:3, 4:4, 6:6)
- Piece placement position incorrect in some versions
- Color contrast too neutral making game hard to see
- Accept/Reject buttons swapped in dialogs
- Rules link does not work
- Game lag and performance issues

**Most requested features**

- Publish dice rolling algorithm for peer review
- Implement doubling cube in live play
- Add difficulty levels for computer opponents
- Display opponent statistics and skill levels
- Persistent scoring system across sessions
- Better rule explanations and tutorials
- Music alert when opponent joins waiting game
- Option to change color skins/themes
- Real player matching instead of bots
- Improved online matchmaking system

## Recent user reviews (10 of 183)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/narde-long-backgammon/id970411932/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Более тупой игры я еще не видел

*2026-07-27, version 2.4.9*

Может лучше волонтером идти , чем такое придумывать.

### 1/5 — Dice rolls horrible

*2026-05-01, version 2.4.9*

Pure bs dice rolls. Gotten 0 doubles for like how many games and my opponent rolling nothing but high rolls. It’s just bs, not a fan of this app. Definitely would not recommend

### 1/5 — Dice rolls horrible

*2026-04-19, version 2.4.9*

Pure bs dice rolls

### 3/5 — What was the reason to change the rules ???

*2026-03-22, version 2.4.8*

По какой причине поменяли правила первого броска ?
3:3 
4:4 
6:6 
Надеюсь что это просто ошибка а не преднамеренное изменение правил
А еще неплохо бы было ввести возможность пользоваться удвоенным кубиком 
2 
4
8
16
32
64

### 5/5 — Оценка

*2026-02-18*

Со вчерашнего вечера вылетает игра, пишет нет соединения с интернетом. Связь прекрасная. Это стало происходить после последнего обновления.

### 2/5 — Вылетает часто

*2026-02-12*

При первом ходе  дубль 3, 4, 6 не дает 2 фишки

### 1/5 — 👎🏻

*2026-02-01*

👎🏻

### 1/5 — Dice rolls are not random

*2025-10-27*

I’ve played Narde/Long Backgammon for many years and I started playing this game in PvP and thought it was fun until I began noticing a pattern, I’ll have a streak of 10-15 consecutive wins and suddenly the dice rolls will favor the opponent in clear back to back fashion. For example if I needed a certain figure in a key roll and the opponent a different specific one, the opponent gets exactly what they needed just to counter my move and this happens 5-10 times back to back on 5-6 games after win streaks guaranteeing losses. Obviously it is driven by an algorithm designed to force me to lose and “even the odds”. This isn’t a truly random dice algorithm and one way to know that for certain is that the app developer has never published their dice rolling algorithm online for peer review or verification.

### 5/5 — Fatto molto bene

*2025-10-03, version 2.4.4*

Per favore inserite la possibilità di poter giocare con gli amici

### 1/5 — Fake

*2025-09-30*

Do not download and don’t play, it’s a hacking app. There’s no customer service support and you can’t send emails to them.
They will hack your account.
It’s a fake automated game, people are fake bots. It will let you win but to certain point. I’m a professional player all my life, religiously and traditionally but in this game some moves and dice rolls are physically and mathematically impossible to make and roll. The design is great, I give them that.

## Frequently asked questions about Narde

### What is Narde - long backgammon?

Narde is a strategic variant of the classic backgammon game that eliminates the element of chance. It focuses entirely on positioning and tactical blocking, making each game a battle of wits rather than luck.

### How can I play Narde?

You can play Narde in two ways: against a sophisticated AI in solo mode across various round lengths, or compete globally with other players through Game Center in online multiplayer matches.

### Is Narde free to play?

The app is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may include features or advantages that enhance the gameplay experience.

### What makes Narde different from traditional backgammon?

The key difference is the absence of hitting and luck. In Narde, every checker you place is safe, and the game revolves around strategic movement, building primes, and outmaneuvering your opponent through superior positioning.

### What are the main strategies in Narde?

Players can master aggressive racing strategies or patient blocking techniques. The game emphasizes building powerful primes and adhering to authentic Narde rules, such as the strategic 'head' rule, to outplay opponents.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4.9 — 2026-04-16

• An issue where the rule for the first rolled doubles 3:3, 4:4 or 6:6 was not processed correctly has been fixed.

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### 2.4.8 — 2026-03-20

• Stability improvements and minor bug fixes

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### 2.4.7 — 2026-02-27

• Internal improvements and minor bug fixes

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### 2.4.6 — 2026-02-15

• Stability improvements and minor bug fixes

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### 2.4.5 — 2026-02-04

• Stability improvements and minor bug fixes

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