About Ludo with Friends
Ludo is one of the most played multiplayer games in India and around the world. This version is built for playing together: share a room link on WhatsApp and everyone plays from their own phone, with every roll and move synced instantly.
No friends online? Fill the empty seats with computer players or play pass-and-play on one device.
Ludo with Friends at a glance
| Genre | Multiplayer game |
|---|---|
| Price | Free, no download or sign-up |
| Controls | Tap, online or on one device |
| Typical game length | 15 to 40 minutes |
| Lives | None |
| Works on | Phones, tablets and computers, in any modern browser |
| Daily challenge | Yes, the same puzzle for everyone each day |
How to play Ludo with Friends
- Choose a mode. Pick how to play: Online with friends (create a room and share the link), Pass & play on one device, or vs Computer.
- Roll the dice. Tap the dice when it is your turn.
- Bring out a token. A 6 brings a token out of your yard.
- Race home. Move clockwise and up your home column. Land on rivals to send them home.
Rules
- A 6, a capture or reaching home gives another roll.
- Start and star squares are safe.
- You need an exact roll to reach home.
- Online rooms hold 2 to 4 players. Moves appear instantly on every player's screen.
Levels and difficulty
2, 3 or 4 players, each with 4 tokens.
Scoring
Winning a game scores 1,000 points, a draw 300 and taking part 100. Share your result with the people you played. Daily challenge scores can be shared with friends.
Tips and strategy for Ludo with Friends
- Keep tokens on safe squares when rivals are close behind.
- Spread your risk: do not leave all your tokens on the open track.
- Capture whenever it does not leave you exposed.
History of the game
Ludo comes from the ancient Indian game Pachisi and was patented in England as Ludo in 1896.
How we built and tested Ludo with Friends
We tested every rule by having the computer play thousands of moves against itself at each player count, making sure every game ends properly and no illegal move is ever accepted. Online rooms were tested with two simulated players joining the same room and taking turns.
Frequently asked questions
How many players can play?
2 to 4.
How do I play with a friend online?
Choose "Play online with friends", then share the room link or code on WhatsApp. When your friend opens it, they join your room and you can start.
Do my friends need an account?
No. Guests are signed in anonymously in the background, so anyone with the link can join.