Game guide · MIBDF
Getting started with Carrom
Make Carrom your next activity in the game library. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the local two players mode shown on the page. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
One thing to notice as you play
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Keep the objective visible.
What counts as success
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
Making your moves
- White starts; set striker aim and power.
- Own-colour pockets earn another shot.
- Cover the queen with an own-colour man in the same or next shot.
- Striker fouls return one own pocketed man if available.
- Finish your colour after a covered queen.
Using the playing area
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Work through an example
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Check the stated objective.
Avoid this misunderstanding
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Helpful answers for players
What is the goal of Carrom?
The key detail is this: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
For this browser game, how do I control Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
What example helps explain Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Carrom?
For clarity: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
While learning, what format does Carrom offer?
For clarity: Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
On this playing page, which play mode does Carrom use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For this browser game, where should I start with Carrom?
The key detail is this: White starts; set striker aim and power.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Carrom?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While reading the Guide, how can I find Carrom again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Carrom?
The key detail is this: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
