The story of Ludo
Ludo channels centuries of race-game tradition into a breezy, take-turns dash to home. Every roll delivers a delicious decision: surge forward, block a rival, or stage a daring capture.
We celebrate what makes Ludo timeless: approachable rules, tangible suspense, and table talk that sparks laughs. Open the box and you’re playing in moments—ideal for spontaneous family fun or a quick best-of-three with friends.
Players
2–4
Ages
6+
Playtime
30–45 minutes
Box components: 1 game board, 16 tokens (4 per color), 1 die, instructions.
Who Ludo is perfect for
- Families wanting a fast, screen-free activity everyone can grasp.
- Casual gamers who enjoy light tactics and playful rivalry.
- Hosts needing a crowd-pleaser that works for mixed ages.
- Teachers and facilitators seeking a quick icebreaker game.
How to play (quick recap)
- Roll a six to launch; roll again on sixes.
- Advance one token per roll the shown spaces.
- Capture by landing exactly on an opponent’s space.
- Reach your home column by exact count and finish all tokens to win.
Why this game stands out
Short turns keep energy high while risk–reward choices create memorable comebacks.
Ludo is the go-to pick when you want easy setup, laugh-out-loud moments, and quick rematches.