If you’ve ever tried to host a game night with friends and run out of spots for everyone on standard Ludo King matches, you’ve probably wondered how to play 6 player in Ludo King. Most casual players only know the default 2 or 4 player modes, but the game actually has hidden options for larger groups if you know where to look. I remember the first time I tried to set up a game for my 5 roommates and I, I spent 20 minutes scrolling through every menu before I found the 6 player option hidden in the custom match tab. It was so frustrating, so I put together this guide to save you the same hassle.
How to Play 6 Player in Ludo King: Full Setup Walkthrough
The first thing you need to know is that 6 player mode is not available in random public matches. The feature is reserved for private custom games and local offline play, since public matches are optimized for faster 2 or 4 player sessions. Setting up a game only takes a minute once you know the right steps.
For online remote play, open Ludo King and tap the “Play with Friends” option on the main menu. Select “Create Room” instead of joining an existing one, and you’ll see a dropdown menu for player count. Select 6, choose your preferred game speed and turn timer, then generate the room code. Share that code with the other 5 players, and they can join by entering the code in the “Join Room” tab. You can only access 6 player matches in custom private or local offline modes, so don’t waste time searching for it in the public quick play menu.
For in-person local play, select the “Local Multiplayer” option from the main menu. You’ll see the same player count dropdown, so select 6 and assign each player a unique color. Everyone will take turns passing the device around to roll the dice and move their tokens, which works great for small gatherings where everyone is in the same room. All 6 players need to have the latest version of Ludo King installed to avoid compatibility errors if you’re playing remote, so remind everyone to update their app before the scheduled game time.
Key Rule Changes for 6 Player Ludo King Matches
6 player Ludo King follows most of the same core rules as standard 4 player mode, but there are a few key differences you need to know before you start playing. The board is adjusted to fit 6 starting yards instead of 4, and turn order rotates clockwise the same way it does in smaller matches. The biggest changes relate to competition for space on the board, since there are 50% more players competing for the same number of squares.
The most important rule differences to note are:
- Each player is assigned a unique color, with 2 additional color options (usually orange and purple) added for 6 player games
- Safe spots on the board are limited to the standard 8, so you’ll face more competition to land on them
- You still need a 6 to move a token out of your starting yard, same as standard 4 player matches
- The first player to get all 4 of their tokens to the home base wins, with no extra points awarded for eliminating more opponents
You’ll also notice that 6 player games run a bit longer than standard matches, usually taking 20 to 30 minutes instead of 15 to 20. That’s because there are more turns per round, and more opportunities for players to knock each other back and extend the game. Safe spots are the most valuable asset in 6 player games, so prioritize landing on them over chasing opponent tokens whenever possible. It’s better to keep your token safe than to knock someone else back and risk getting eliminated on the next turn.
Pro Tips to Win 6 Player Ludo King Consistently
Winning 6 player Ludo King takes a slightly different strategy than smaller matches, since you have more opponents to track and more chances of getting knocked off the board. I’ve played dozens of these matches over the past year, and I’ve picked up a few tricks that have boosted my win rate by almost 40%.
The biggest mistake most new 6 player players make is spreading their tokens too thin across the board. It’s tempting to move all 4 tokens out as soon as you get 6s, but that means you have more targets for other players to hit. Don’t waste your 6 rolls to move new tokens out early in the game if you already have 2 tokens on the board. Focus on moving those 2 tokens forward first, and only bring out new tokens once one of your existing ones is close to the home base. I once lost a 6 player game last month because I moved all 4 of my tokens out early, and three different opponents knocked them all back to the yard in the span of 3 turns.
You also want to prioritize knocking out players who are close to finishing over players who are still near the start of the board. It doesn’t matter if you eliminate 3 players who are 20 squares away from home if the 4th player is one turn away from winning. Pay attention to every player’s progress, not just your own. Keep at least one token near your home base for the final stretch to avoid getting knocked back right before you win. It’s incredibly frustrating to get a token all the way to the last 3 squares only to have someone hit it and send it all the way back to the start.
Common 6 Player Ludo King Issues and Fixes
Even if you follow the setup steps perfectly, you might run into a few common issues when playing 6 player Ludo King, especially if you’re playing remote with people in different locations. Most of these issues have quick, easy fixes that take less than a minute to resolve.
The most common issue is players being unable to join a custom room. If that happens, first check that the room isn’t already full (it only holds 6 players total, including the host). If there’s space, ask the player to check that they’re running the latest version of Ludo King, and that they’re not using a VPN that might change their region settings. Another common issue is lag during the game, which usually happens if one or more players have a spotty internet connection. Ask everyone to switch to Wi-Fi if they’re using mobile data, and close any background apps that might be using bandwidth.
If the game crashes mid-match, don’t panic and start a new room right away. If the game crashes mid-match, all players can re-enter the room with the same code to resume progress, as long as the host doesn’t close the room. The game saves progress automatically for custom matches, so you’ll pick up right where you left off. For local 6 player games, the most common issue is people missing their turns because the screen is too small for everyone to see. If you’re playing on a phone, consider casting the screen to a TV so everyone can follow along easily.
Hosting a 6 player Ludo King match is one of the best ways to liven up a small gathering or long-distance game night with friends, and now you know exactly how to pull it off without the usual technical headaches. You don’t need any special mods or paid versions of the game to access these modes, just a little know-how to navigate the custom match menus. Next time you have more than 4 people ready to play, don’t leave anyone out – use what you’ve learned about how to play 6 player in Ludo King to get everyone in on the fun. If you have a favorite 6 player Ludo King trick we didn’t mention, drop it in the comments below!