Game guide · 20ZL
Getting started with Carrom
Read the aim of Carrom, then make your first move. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Use the example below to understand a decision. Begin with the local two players mode shown on the page. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Make the next step deliberately.
Aim for this result
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
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.
Input guidance
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.
A closer look at one example
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Verify the rule before continuing.
An important reminder
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
While learning, how do I control Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Carrom?
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
On this playing page, 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.
For a quick reminder, 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.
While reading the Guide, where should I start with Carrom?
White starts; set striker aim and power.
While reading the Guide, 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?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For this browser game, 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.