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Set to capture the attention of families and children alike, Snakes & Ladders was released in 1996 in North America from the popular video game publisher Hi Tech Expressions. The classic board game makes its way to the DOS platform for gamers to enjoy in the comfort of their own home.
For those unfamiliar with the game, the premise is simple: climb to the finish line by rolling a virtual die. Along the way, you may land on lucky squares with a ladder that quickly bring you closer to the finish line or the dreaded snakes which set you back to square one. Up to four players can join in on the game, whether that be family members, friends or computer-controlled characters.
Players create avatars which battle each other all the way to the end. Veteran games of the DOS era may be familiar with some of the customization options including different colors, cloaks and pilgrim accessories. To keep the game interesting, these avatars compete to snag the limited treasure chest tiles found throughout the board.
The game takes about 30 minutes to complete and features vibrant visuals and animations keeping the proceedings lively. It’s all bookended by a tongue-in-cheek introduction encapsulating the game with a twinkle in its eye. Bonus points are also available by landing on the bonus-path squares, these dictate a certain fee or reward.
The game is as fascinating and challenging as the physical board game, it’s addition to the DOS library was a risk at that time since the platform was dominated by serious war games. It’s ability to appeal to children and adults alike paid off with the game doing well in sales.
Snakes & Ladders is an entertaining board game that has stood the test of time. Its accessibility to a wide demographic and humorous quirks mean it’s something you can enjoy by yourself or with friends.
