Adapting a Backgammon Strategy

One of the most important things a new player needs to learn in backgammon is strategy. This is not simply learned and stored in your memory. You need to constantly look for new ways to improve your backgammon strategy and should have several different game plans that you can use at a moment's notice.

A backgammon game is highly unpredictable. If you're playing a new opponent, you are most likely to be unfamiliar with his backgammon style and with his strengths and weaknesses. If you begin a game aggressively, he may trap you into making mistakes. On the other hand, if you begin a game too cautiously, you could let him get the upper hand. For this reason, you need to develop a backgammon strategy that allows you to be flexible based on the strength of your opponent and your position on the board.

A sound backgammon strategy demands a good knowledge of the best opening rolls. However, you shouldn't let the opening rolls tie you into a strategy as a game may change depending on the next roll of the dice. A wise player will explore several strategies and improve upon his ability to direct the flow of the backgammon game.