How do the dice work in TrigammonX?

 

TrigammonX uses Triple Dice by default, with an optional Two-Dice mode available in Game Setup.

1. How does Triple Dice work?

 You roll three dice. The available movements depend on the result:

• All three different: Use each value once. A roll of 2–3–5 gives one move of 2, one of 3 and one of 5—three movements.
• A pair: Use the matching value four times and the other value once. A roll of 5–5–2 gives four moves of 5 and one move of 2—five movements.
• Three matching dice: Use that value nine times. A roll of 6–6–6 gives nine moves of 6.

Each movement must be legal. You may be unable to use every movement if points are blocked or other movement restrictions apply.

2. Can I move one checker more than once? 

Yes. You can divide your available movements among several checkers or use more than one movement with the same checker.

For example, with 2–3–5, you could move three different checkers or move the same checker in separate steps. Every intermediate landing must be legal. Combining dice does not let a checker bypass an illegal landing.

3. Must I use all my available movements? 

You must use as many movements as the rules legally allow. TrigammonX checks which moves are permitted. If you have checkers on the bar, you must re-enter them before moving your other checkers. If no legal moves remain, use the available End Turn control to continue play.

4. How does Two-Dice mode work? 

The optional Two-Dice mode uses two dice:

• Different values: Use each value once.
• Doubles: Use the matching value four times. For example, 4–4 gives four moves of 4.

The objective remains the same: be the first player to legally bear off all 15 checkers.

5. Where do I choose my dice mode? 

Look for Dice Mode in Game Setup.

In the current public beta, the options are labelled:

• Triple Dice Variant — 3 Dice
• Official 2 Dice

Triple Dice is the default TrigammonX experience. Select your preferred mode when setting up your game.

6. What if a dice result or move looks wrong? 

Select Submit Ticket at the top of this Help Centre.

Please include:

• Your game version.
• Whether you selected Triple Dice or Two-Dice mode.
• The numbers you rolled.
• What movement you expected and what happened instead.
• Whether you had any checkers on the bar.

Keep a screenshot if possible. If the ticket form has no attachment option, mention that you have one available. Support requests are reviewed personally. Replies are not immediate.

Three players. Three dice. One winner!
TrigammonX™ — Backgammon for Three!