Backgammon is a game of mathematical decisions that can be immensely complex. During the course of a game, there is rarely time to make these…
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Opening move strategy
Published December 14, 2019
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Jason
At Deluxe Backgammon, we have previously covered the backgammon opening moves, but this post delves into the specific strategies behind the moves. If you have…
2 CommentsBackgammon Flexibility or ‘creating your own luck’
Published November 30, 2019
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Jason
Flexibility is a term you will often hear used around a backgammon board, particularly by intermediate and advanced players. But what is flexibility with respect…
2 CommentsPrecision dice and dice cups
Published November 16, 2019
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Jason
This Deluxe Backgammon post is about precision dice, dice cups and their use to prevent cheating. Backgammon is a difficult enough game as it is,…
1 CommentHow to use the backgammon doubling cube
Published October 27, 2019
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Jason
A lot of social backgammon players will have never used a doubling cube. It is not required to be used as part of the game,…
2 CommentsThe three greatest myths of Backgammon
Published October 23, 2019
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Jason
This post is a Deluxe Backgammon guide to the biggest myths and misconceptions in backgammon. Belief in these myths is common among beginners and social…
2 CommentsBackgammon or Chess, which is better?
Published October 6, 2019
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Jason
So, no doubt, this has the potential to be a divisive post. However, if you are here reading this article, it is safe to assume…
1 CommentDeluxe Backgammon Playing Guides
Published October 1, 2019
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Jason
Beginner’s guide. How to play backgammon. At Deluxe Backgammon we have put together a number of playing guides that will help you enjoy your quality…
15 CommentsBackgammon board – the playing field material
Published September 28, 2019
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Jason
When deciding on a quality backgammon set, make sure you choose a surface that suits your needs. There is a whole range of surface types…
1 CommentTavli – Greek Backgammon
Published September 15, 2019
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Jason
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…
1 CommentBackgammon 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 CommentsTypes of leather used for Backgammon sets
Published August 29, 2019
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Jason
Leather is a natural material produced from the hides or skins of animals. It is produced by tanning the skin using tannins to help alter…
1 CommentModern 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 CommentsBackgammon in art
Published July 14, 2019
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Jason
Backgammon is a popular game today, especially in the last decade or so with the advent of online gaming. However, the game has a long…
1 CommentHow much is a good quality backgammon set?
Published July 7, 2019
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Jason
Once you have started playing backgammon, you will want to buy a good-quality backgammon set. The big question is, how much to spend on a…
1 CommentA 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.…
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