Ludo Wars

Ludo Wars is a bright, pixel-art version of Ludo, the classic dice race. The board is drawn in 3D-style blocks, with little bits of scenery on it, like snowy rocks, a river and a windmill. It is a nice-looking way to play Ludo with one other person.

The start screen has two big cards: 2P for two players on one device, and VS Online for playing someone over the internet. We tested 2P. (We didn't see a mode against the computer.)

In 2P, Player 1 has the yellow pieces and Player 2 the blue ones, four each, waiting at their start areas. There is one dice button at the bottom of the screen, and a line of text shows whose turn it is ("Player 1 Turn", "Player 2 Turn"). The 1P and 2P badges in the top corners also light up for the active player.

In our game:

Player 1 rolled, couldn't move, and the turn passed to Player 2.
Player 2 then rolled a 6. Small flags appeared over the blue pieces, we clicked one, and it came out onto its start square.
After the 6 it was still Player 2's turn, so they rolled again.

So the classic rules apply: you need a 6 to bring a piece into play, and a 6 gives you another roll.

How to play

Choose 2P.
Player 1 (yellow) clicks the dice.
If you can move, flags appear over the pieces you can use. Click one to move it.
Roll a 6 to bring a new piece out. A 6 also gives you another roll.
Take turns. Be the first to move all four of your pieces home to win.

Tips

Get more than one piece out. With two pieces on the track, you can choose the better move for each roll.
Use your 6s well. Bringing out a new piece is often better than moving one that is already safe.
Watch the turn text at the bottom so you know who should roll.

Want another dice game? Try Snakes and Ladders Multiplayer or Goose Game Multiplayer.

Frequently asked questions

Can two people play Ludo Wars on one device?

Yes. Choose 2P. You share one dice button and take turns.

Do you need a 6 to start?

In our game a 6 was what let a piece come out of its start area, and the player rolled again after it.

Can I play against the computer?

We only saw two modes: 2P on one device and VS Online.

What colours are the players?

Player 1 has yellow pieces and Player 2 has blue pieces, four each.

Is it free?

Yes. It runs in your browser with no download.