The Chinese Game of Airplane Chess!

Air Ludo is a digital version of the classic Chinese game Aeroplane Chess.

Crash into opponents, stack up with your other pieces, and take shortcuts to try to get around the board to make it to the center as fast as you can!

Play against friends locally or the computer. The current player is denoted by the color of the dice block, and the pieces that are able to move will pulse when it's your turn.

What's New in the Latest Version 1.5

Last updated on Jun 9, 2024

- Update for newer Android devices
- Displays info about the current turn at top of screen
- Fix resizing issues on foldables
- Fixes issue with pieces not responding to touch
- Fixes issues with certain sounds not playing
- Defaults configuration to 1 Human, 3 Computers

Air Ludo, a captivating multiplayer board game, is a thrilling combination of strategy, luck, and social interaction. Played on a hexagonal board with 19 spaces per side, the game pits two to four players against each other in a race to move their pawns around the board and into their home area.

Gameplay

Each player controls four pawns, which they take turns moving around the board. Players roll a six-sided die to determine the number of spaces their pawn can move. The goal is to be the first player to move all four of their pawns into their home area, which is located on one side of the board.

To move a pawn, a player must roll a number that corresponds to a space on the board that is adjacent to the pawn's current location. If the space is unoccupied, the player can move their pawn onto it. If the space is occupied by an opponent's pawn, the player can "bump" the opponent's pawn back to its starting position.

Special Spaces

The Air Ludo board features several special spaces that can affect gameplay. These spaces include:

* Safe Spaces: These spaces are marked with a star and protect pawns from being bumped by opponents.

* Double Spaces: When a pawn lands on a double space, it can move an additional number of spaces equal to the number rolled.

* Bridges: Bridges allow pawns to cross over obstacles on the board, such as other pawns or special spaces.

Winning the Game

The first player to move all four of their pawns into their home area wins the game. If a player's pawns are all in their home area, they can then roll the die to move their pawns around the home area and into the finish space.

Variations

There are several variations of Air Ludo, each with its own unique rules. Some popular variations include:

* Double-Six Air Ludo: This variation uses two six-sided dice instead of one.

* Snake Air Ludo: This variation includes snakes that can move pawns backwards on the board.

* Ladder Air Ludo: This variation includes ladders that can move pawns forward on the board.

Strategy and Tips

Air Ludo is a game of strategy and skill. Here are some tips to help you improve your gameplay:

* Control the center of the board: The center of the board is a strategic location that gives you more options for moving your pawns.

* Protect your pawns: Use safe spaces and bridges to protect your pawns from being bumped by opponents.

* Bump your opponents' pawns: Bumping your opponents' pawns back to their starting position can slow them down and give you an advantage.

* Plan your moves ahead: Think ahead and consider the potential consequences of your moves before you make them.