This Deluxe Backgammon post is about the game of Tavli, a Greek variant of backgammon. It doesn’t matter where you go in Greece, one thing…
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Backgammon variants
Published September 5, 2019
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Jason
The game of backgammon has been around for about five thousand years. During that time, there have been a number of backgammon variants. In today’s…
3 CommentsModern Backgammon: Mobile play versus Real-life
Published August 24, 2019
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Jason
In the modern world, people are becoming more and more attached to their mobile devices. Stand on a busy street and watch the people pass…
1 CommentBackgammon notation
Published July 27, 2019
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Jason
Backgammon notation is a method that allows the description of backgammon play to be written in a standardised manner. The notation describes the dice rolls,…
2 CommentsBackgammon etiquette
Published July 21, 2019
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Jason
Backgammon has its own protocols for what is considered an acceptable style of play. Like many other games, this has evolved into an unwritten code…
2 CommentsBackgammon Beginners – FAQ
Published July 17, 2019
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Jason
Here is a collection of the most frequently asked questions we get at Deluxe Backgammon from beginners or observers. Every time we play, someone will…
2 CommentsA closer look at Backgammon probability
Published July 2, 2019
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Jason
The Deluxe Backgammon team took a high-level view of probability in one of our earlier posts. We presented a table that gave the preferred opening…
3 CommentsBeginner’s luck.
Published June 24, 2019
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Jason
The Deluxe Backgammon team plays weekly in South London. Normally, we play in one of two venues, a small Italian deli or a local pub.…
2 CommentsPlaying Guide: 10 Intermediate Backgammon Tips
Published May 20, 2019
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Jason
Here are 10 quick Deluxe Backgammon tips you can apply to your next game. These are general guidelines that can be considered during most match…
2 CommentsPlaying Guide: Common Mistakes in Backgammon
Published May 13, 2019
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Jason
We covered the basics of strategy in our Deluxe Backgammon strategy introduction. Whilst it is useful to have several backgammon strategies at your disposal, it…
2 CommentsPlaying Guide: Backgammon: Luck or Skill?
Published May 5, 2019
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Jason
The Deluxe Backgammon team finished our normal Monday night session by witnessing the final game being won with a ridiculous run of high doubles. The…
8 CommentsPlaying Guide: The importance of the 5 points
Published May 1, 2019
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Jason
In this Deluxe Backgammon playing guide, we will be taking a look at the most valuable real estate on the backgammon board, the 5-point. In…
1 CommentPlaying Guide: Replies to the opening move
Published April 29, 2019
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Jason
You have your Deluxe Backgammon set, and you understand the opening moves. To take your game to the next level so you can truly enjoy…
1 CommentPlaying Guide: Bearing Off Strategies
Published April 26, 2019
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Jason
Backgammon is a great game and a lot of fun. There is the element of luck that makes the game so thrilling. Fortunes can change…
5 CommentsPlaying Guide: Playing Backgammon without fear
Published April 23, 2019
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Jason
At Deluxe Backgammon, we don’t claim to be world-class players, but we are always looking to improve our game. Following one of our regular evening…
3 CommentsPlaying Guide: Backgammon Opening Rolls.
Published April 18, 2019
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Jason
You have your Deluxe Backgammon set, you know how to set it up for play and you understand the basic rules, strategies and tactics. To…
7 CommentsPlaying Guide: Backgammon Board set up.
Published April 16, 2019
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Jason
Perhaps you have received a Deluxe Backgammon set as a gift or purchased one yourself, but you are a novice or a casual player, and…
2 CommentsBackgammon Glossary.
Published April 13, 2019
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Jason
This is an introductory backgammon glossary and is by no means complete. It will be added to over time. Also, refer to our FAQ post…
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