Rules
Ludo Safe Squares (Stars) Explained
Which squares are safe in Ludo, why nobody can be cut on them, how many a 4-, 5- and 6-player board has, and how to use them to win.
Oct 28, 20264 min read
Ludo Blog
Game guides, developer tutorials, tips & strategies
Rules
What Happens When You Roll Three 6s in Ludo?
Do three 6s in a row end your turn in Ludo? The common house rules, the odds of it happening, and how rolling again works on PlayLudo.
Oct 28, 20264 min read
Guide
How to Play Ludo Online with Friends (Free, No Download)
Play Ludo online with friends in your browser: create a room, send the link on WhatsApp, and start. Free, no download, no sign-up needed, for 2 to 6 players.
Oct 27, 20264 min read
Rules
Can You Take a Piece Out on a 1 in Ludo?
In standard Ludo only a 6 takes a piece out, but many families also allow a 1. How each take-out rule works, how it changes the odds and the game, and how to choose one.
Oct 27, 20264 min read
Guide
Ludo for 5 and 6 Players: How Bigger Games Work
Ludo for five and six players: how the five- and six-sided boards work, how far pieces travel, where the safe squares are, and how to start a 5- or 6-player game online or with Pass & Play.
Oct 23, 20266 min read
Guide
Ludo House Rules: Take Out on a 6, Cut to Unlock Home and Must Cut
The Ludo house rules you can now choose on PlayLudo: which roll takes a piece out, Cut to unlock home, Must cut, extra turns and more, with what each one changes.
Oct 23, 20267 min read
News
What's New on PlayLudo: 5-Player Games, House Rules and a Bigger Board
PlayLudo now supports 5-player games online and in Pass & Play, house rules like Cut to unlock home and Must cut, a bigger game screen and reactions on the board.
Oct 23, 20263 min read
Guide
What Is Ludo? A Beginner's Guide to the Classic Board Game
New to Ludo? This beginner's guide explains everything: what Ludo is, how to set it up, the basic rules, and how to start playing online in minutes.
Feb 15, 20266 min read
Comparison
Ludo vs Chess: Which Board Game Should You Play?
Comparing Ludo and Chess across difficulty, strategy depth, social play, and fun factor. Find out which classic board game is right for you and when to choose each.
Feb 10, 20268 min read
Lifestyle
7 Science-Backed Benefits of Playing Board Games
Board games like Ludo aren't just fun — they offer real cognitive, social, and mental health benefits. Explore what research says about the power of tabletop play.
Feb 5, 20267 min read
Guide
Family Game Night with Ludo: The Complete Parent's Guide
Make family game night special with Ludo. Tips for teaching kids of all ages, setting up fun house rules, and keeping everyone engaged for hours of board game fun.
Feb 1, 20268 min read
Guide
Ludo Rules & Variations Around the World: How Different Countries Play
Discover how Ludo rules differ around the world. From India's Pachisi to Germany's Mensch ärgere Dich nicht, explore fascinating variations of this classic board game.
Jan 25, 20269 min read
Strategy
10 Ludo Strategy Tips to Win Every Game
Master Ludo with these 10 proven strategy tips. Learn when to move which token, how to avoid being cut, and the best tactics to win consistently.
Jan 22, 202610 min read
Comparison
Best Ludo Games Online in 2026: Complete Comparison
Discover the best platforms to play Ludo online in 2026. Compare features, gameplay, and find the perfect Ludo game for you.
Jan 18, 20268 min read
Technical
Implementing Socket.io with Express.js for Real-time Games
Learn how to build real-time multiplayer game backends using Socket.io and Express.js. From basic setup to handling game rooms and player synchronization.
Jan 17, 202614 min read
Technical
Implementing Alpha-Beta Pruning for Board Game AI
A developer's guide to building intelligent board game AI using the Minimax algorithm with Alpha-Beta pruning. Learn the theory and practical implementation.
Jan 16, 202615 min read
Guide
How to Play Ludo: Complete Guide, Rules & History
Learn everything about Ludo - from its ancient origins as Pachisi to modern online gameplay. Master the rules, strategies, and tips to become a Ludo champion.
Jan 15, 202612 min read
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