# Backgammon Blitz

> Strategy Board Game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1447839111](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1447839111)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1447839111`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Tether Studios, LLC
- **Category:** Board
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (399 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.16
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-07
- **First published:** 2019-05-02
- **Size:** 216 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/backgammon-blitz/id1447839111)
- **Website:** [https://www.tetherstudios.com/games/backgammon-blitz?utm\_source=apple\_appstore&utm\_medium=developer\_information&utm\_campaign=backgammon-blitz&utm\_term=developer%20website](https://www.tetherstudios.com/games/backgammon-blitz?utm_source=apple_appstore&utm_medium=developer_information&utm_campaign=backgammon-blitz&utm_term=developer%20website)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.tetherstudios.com/privacy?utm\_source=apple\_appstore&utm\_medium=developer\_information&utm\_campaign=backgammon-blitz&utm\_term=privacy%20policy](https://www.tetherstudios.com/privacy?utm_source=apple_appstore&utm_medium=developer_information&utm_campaign=backgammon-blitz&utm_term=privacy%20policy)

## Description

Backgammon Blitz introduces a pocket-sized, puzzle-inspired take on backgammon. It’s quick to learn, offering a simple entry point for newcomers, with a host of subtle strategies to master as you play more.

Key features include a simplified game that you can complete in minutes, scoring for captures, blocks, and bearing off. It’s perfect for practice on the go or casual matches.

## Rankings

- #79,410 — Overall

## Review summary

Backgammon Blitz is praised for being fun, fast, and Skillz-enabled competitive play that’s easy to pick up. The main recurring concerns are fairness and balance issues, and unclear scoring/tutorials, with players desiring clearer guidance and more consistent matchmaking.

### Pros

- Fun and engaging gameplay
- Competitive multiplayer via Skillz (tournaments, leaderboards, rewards)
- Easy to learn / accessible for beginners
- Fast-paced, quick matches
- Cash or tokens option via Skillz (competitive rewards)

### Cons

- Perceived fairness/balance issues (rigged feel, 50/50 outcomes, imbalance between skill levels)
- Scoring explanations/tutorials are unclear or lacking

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1447839111)