THE PLAYBOOK · MU6006
The essentials of playing Dominoes
Read the aim of Dominoes, then make your first move. Empty your hand, or hold fewer pips when both players are blocked. Look at what changes after your first action. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Double-six draw dominoes, local two players with shared-screen visible hands.
Bring this focus to a round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
What counts as success
Empty your hand, or hold fewer pips when both players are blocked. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Step by step
- Play a tile matching either open chain end.
- Choose which end to use.
- Draw only when no tile fits.
- Pass only with no legal tile and an empty stock.
Keyboard and screen controls
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
An example to follow
An open 4 accepts 4–2, leaving 2 open. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Check the stated objective.
Where a round can go wrong
You cannot ignore a legal match to draw. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Questions about this game
As a new player, what is the goal of Dominoes?
Empty your hand, or hold fewer pips when both players are blocked.
While learning, how do I control Dominoes?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
As a new player, what example helps explain Dominoes?
The key detail is this: An open 4 accepts 4–2, leaving 2 open.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Dominoes?
For clarity: You cannot ignore a legal match to draw.
Before I begin, what format does Dominoes offer?
Keep this in mind: Double-six draw dominoes, local two players with shared-screen visible hands.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Dominoes use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
