Backgammon - board game

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 3,026 reviews
  • monetization
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Backgammon - board game is a strategy game with good graphics, offering a classic Backgammon experience. Train your brain and enjoy challenging opponents while avoiding annoying ads. Become the lord of this board game by mastering your strategies and refining your skills.

  • Phone
  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

73%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,026 reviews
graphics15 positive mentions
monetization281 negative mentions
  • The game has a clean and intuitive interface, making it easy to navigate.
  • It offers daily challenges that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
  • The game is enjoyable for both beginners and experienced players, providing a good way to practice skills.
  • The AI opponent consistently rolls more doubles than the player, making it feel rigged.
  • There are too many ads that interrupt gameplay, which can be frustrating.
  • The game lacks a multiplayer option, limiting the experience to playing against the AI.
  • monetization291 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay, often appearing in the middle of matches. Many players find the ads invasive and frustrating, leading to a negative impact on their overall experience, with some even opting to uninstall the game as a result. While some users are willing to tolerate ads in exchange for a free game, the overwhelming consensus is that the frequency and intrusiveness of the ads detract from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “It's fast, it's easy to play and no ads to watch after every move.”
    • “Love this game, relaxing and no ads.”
    • “Give me a pay option for no ads!”
    • “The ads in the middle of the game are annoying. I would rather watch a whole ad at the end than have them interrupt my play.”
    • “A ridiculous number of mid-game ads ruins an otherwise fun game.”
    • “The sheer amount of ads are enough to drive you stupid.”
  • graphics35 mentions

    Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting that they are generally good or nice, while others describe them as simple, average, or lacking in detail. Some players appreciate the clean and intuitive interface, but there are also complaints about choppy visuals and a lack of aesthetic options. While the graphics are often praised for their clarity, several users feel that improvements could be made to enhance the overall visual experience.

    • “Genuine 5 stars for game interface, really smooth, easy to use and quality graphics.”
    • “Intuitive and great sound and graphics.”
    • “Nice graphics and a good representation of the backgammon game I love.”
    • “Below average graphics.”
    • “Graphics lack, choppy sounds, doesn't feel like you are playing, just watching.”
    • “Poor graphics and what's up with having to check the check mark after every turn, it's annoying.”
  • gameplay14 mentions

    The gameplay of the app is generally considered decent, with simple mechanics that are beginner-friendly, but it suffers from issues such as slow pacing and clunky execution. While the graphics are appreciated, the presence of frequent ads during gameplay can be annoying, and the bot's performance is criticized for being too easy. Overall, it offers an average backgammon experience, with room for improvement in both gameplay speed and bot difficulty.

    • “I absolutely love the look and gameplay of this app.”
    • “Could improve the graphics a bit but the mechanics are simple and straightforward, good for those beginning to play backgammon.”
    • “There is an easily digestible introduction to the gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is decent enough, but after the fourth game, you have to watch an ad every fourth move.”
    • “This game has ads popping up during gameplay (annoying) and does not follow the initial dice roll ruling if you win (to move first).”
    • “Clunky, slow gameplay.”
  • stability10 mentions

    The stability of the game is inconsistent, with many users reporting frequent screen freezes, glitches during gameplay, and issues after ads, leading to frustration and forfeited games. However, a few players noted that they experienced no glitches at all, suggesting that stability may vary significantly between users.

    • “Fun game, no glitches.”
    • “Great game, no glitches.”
    • “Screen suddenly freezes up, and no way to fix it, so you have to forfeit the game.”
    • “When you finish your game, it stops and doesn't respond; the screen freezes up and they don't want to come back off.”
    • “Sometimes it freezes after an ad.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music aspect of the game is mixed, with some players enjoying the nostalgic background tunes while others find the intrusive advertisements disruptive, even when game sound effects are muted. Overall, while the game is fun and engaging, the presence of ads with distracting soundtracks detracts from the experience for some users.

    • “It's a great game I enjoyed growing up; the only bother is paying for ad-free play. Naturally, like any product—whether TV, music, or movie—you have to expect advertising as it is how developers and entertainment providers are able to better deliver their product.”
    • “This game is a fun music game for your phone and on your iPhone as well.”
    • “While playing, music from an ad starts playing in the background at random.”
    • “Good gameplay, but some adverts have an intrusive soundtrack even with game sound effects muted.”
    • “Needs music but competes with solitaire.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is well-received, with players finding it amusing and enjoyable, particularly noting that funny moments often arise in unexpected situations. Overall, the game is described as both lovely and humorous, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “Funny enough, this only happens when it is at a disadvantage!”
    • “Lovely and funny game 😁”
    • “Laughing.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of backgammon to be slow and tedious, particularly due to the cumbersome process of choosing and moving counters on a small board, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “I enjoy backgammon, but the choosing and moving of counters is very slow and tedious on a small board.”
    • “Sorry, I found it too tedious and cumbersome to enjoy playing.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's AI is reported to be poorly optimized, leading to subpar performance and potentially affecting gameplay experience.

  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is criticized for its lack of engaging graphics and color, resulting in a less immersive experience for players.

    • “This game lacks atmosphere in terms of graphics and color.”
    • “The overall ambiance feels flat and uninspired.”
    • “There is a noticeable absence of immersive elements that could enhance the atmosphere.”
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