Eureika is a straightforward variant of backgammon commonly taught to children in the Middle East as an introductory step in setting up the board. Once
Category: Backgammon Variants

Gioul, a variation of backgammon, originated in Turkey and uses the same board setup as Plakoto, with men moved in the same direction. Instead of

In Greece, there are various versions of backgammon that are played. The Greek name for the classic version of backgammon is “portas,” which translates to

In this backgammon variant of Turkish origin, both players start by moving their men in the same way. Unlike conventional backgammon, the objective is not

Chouette: A Social and Beginner-Friendly Variation of Backgammon Chouette is a variation of backgammon that is ideal for beginners as it gives poorer players a