Backgammon is the original game in history. It has been called as the "little battle," backgammon appeared in Mesopotamia (now called Iraq) over 5 millennia ago. For all that, Egyptians called backgammon "Senat," which was a similar type of the current game enjoyed right now. Hundreds of years ago, just individuals in influence, the ruling figures of royalty like Egyptian kings, were allowed to enjoy. The game began to spread worldwide since then. Different Backgammon types were created in many states and cultures, but the main rules of those versions appear that of the antiquated form . For example, The Greeks took hold of the game and called it by the name "bac gamen." From there, the English adopted backgammon in the 17th century and have stuck with it ever since. Backgammon and other archaic games were never accepted by many faiths. The clergy believe that the game was the work of the Devil. This caused clergy to blacklist and burn the game. The banishment and burning had never stop people betting on games and enjoying themselves.

Technology gives a new platform for Backgammon. When different electronic games are for sale all-over the place, computer scientists in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been using Backgammon for assessing, advancing and testing AI theories and algorithms because of the simplicity of game rules and complexity of strategies.

With the embracing of the net, backgammon has evolved to a completely new level. A few may not realize that net Backgammon is already loaded on most of home computers that run MicroSoft Windows operating systems by default under "Games" menu option. Net Backgammon connects tens of thousands of people around the globe. Once you join a net game site, you can gamble on Backgammon against a computer, or against an actual person. Betting sites have been hosting Backgammon tournaments consistently. You can play the game for enjoyment, or for money. There are thousands of groups dedicated to internet backgammon, along with exclusive software that you can get to wager against other players. People enjoy Backgammon for the reality that it’s easy however, in the end, depends upon a bit of attention and expertise.