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A practical guide to Carrom
Read the aim of Carrom, then make your first move. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. 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.
An idea for your next attempt
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
An example before you play
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Notice the change in the playing area.
One detail worth checking
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. A different version of the game may use a different rule. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
If you are unsure
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
For this browser game, how do I control Carrom?
For clarity: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
While learning, what example helps explain Carrom?
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Carrom?
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
While learning, what format does Carrom offer?
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?
The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For a quick reminder, where should I start with Carrom?
White starts; set striker aim and power.
For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Carrom?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
When I return, 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 my first round, how do I report an issue with Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.