THE PLAYBOOK · 373GS
How to play Carrom
Read the aim of Carrom, then make your first move. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
Keep the aim in sight
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Carrom?
The key detail is this: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
What example helps explain Carrom?
For clarity: Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Carrom?
The key detail is this: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
What format does Carrom offer?
The key detail is this: Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
As a new player, which play mode does Carrom use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
