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The Carrom playbook
Open Carrom, check the instructions and begin a round. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The purpose of your moves
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Keep the controls in easy reach.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
See the idea in action
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Check the stated objective.
A mistake to avoid
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. Check the rule before repeating the action. 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.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
On this playing page, how do I control Carrom?
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
What should I watch out for in Carrom?
For clarity: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
As a new player, what format does Carrom offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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 mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
As a new player, where should I start with Carrom?
For clarity: White starts; set striker aim and power.
While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Carrom?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, 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.
Before I begin, 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.