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Carrom: learn through an example
Try Carrom at your own pace and keep its objective in view. 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.
Take a closer look while playing
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Start with a deliberate move.
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.
Controls
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
An example to follow
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Look for the relevant detail.
Check this before moving on
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
For my first round, how do I control Carrom?
For clarity: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Carrom?
Keep this in mind: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
When I return, what format does Carrom offer?
Keep this in mind: Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Carrom use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Before I begin, where should I start with Carrom?
The key detail is this: White starts; set striker aim and power.
As a new player, 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.
How can I find Carrom again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, how do I report an issue with Carrom?
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.
