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Two suggestions for Backgammon

Posted: 31 May 2024, 15:21
by Q29
My sister and I have been playing backgammon on BGA for about a year now. Last weekend we tried the new version of backgammon. Based on that experience, I have a couple of suggestions:

1) In the original version, we never had to "confirm" a move. I understand the need for a "confirm" button, because my sis and I often have grumbled about not being able to take back a move that was made in error. However, I would suggest that the game automatically accept a move if the player has not retracted the move within three seconds. This way, one can have the option of undoing a move without always having to click twice for every move.

2) In the new version, the game tokens move so instantaneously that I find it hard to notice a difference in the board after I move. Sometimes I wonder if my move has even taken effect because I notice no change in the board. It would help if the movement of the tokens was illustrated with a little animation so that it is clear to everyone where the token started and where it ended up.

Re: Two suggestions for Backgammon

Posted: 06 June 2024, 14:00
by Kayvon
You've posted in the site suggestions forum, but it looks like your suggestion is only for Backgammon. It should go in the Backgammon forum:
viewforum.php?f=71

I'd rather a confirm button or none at all. An automated timer just makes realtime games take longer because players use it instead of the button. Much worse.