Backgammon: The King of Games

Backgammon has been described as the King of Games. It is played in various forms all over the world. Now, because of the Internet, it is enjoying unprecedented popularity. The enduring fascination with backgammon through the ages is testament to the uniqueness of the game. Combing skill and an element of luck, backgammon is the ultimate challenge.

Assuming you are a game player, the purpose of this article is to whet your appetite to the point that you will investigate the potential backgammon has to offer. Here are some of the advantages of backgammon:

? It's a fast game. Once you learn and can master the moves, a typical game takes about 10-15 minutes.
? A reversal of fortunes. No other game can offer a player who is losing a final chance of winning, even on the last throw of the dice.
? You can find backgammon players everywhere and if you are using the Internet, you can play 24/7.
? With the invention of the doubling cube (by an American), backgammon became a favorite among gamblers. If you enjoy playing for money, backgammon is your game.
? Backgammon is easy to learn, but it can take years of playing to become an expert player. Even though the game is played with dice, the skilled player will triumph over time.

If you've ever played checkers, then you probably noticed a backgammon board printed on the reverse side. I urge you not to use that as a learning tool. Most game and toy stores sell inexpensive backgammon boards that are complete with two sets of dice, a dice cup, a doubling cube and a set of instructions.