Backgammon is the oldest game in recorded history. It has been known as the "little war," backgammon began in ancient middle east about five thousand years ago. However, Egyptians called backgammon "Senat," which was a close style of the present game enjoyed today. Centuries ago, just individuals in power, the ruling figures of royalty like Egyptian pharaohs, were allowed to enjoy. The game began to spread around the globe in time. Different Backgammon variants were created in various states and civilizations, but the basic protocols of those variations resemble that of the archaic form . For example, Greece took hold of the game and coined the title "bac gamen." From there, the English borrowed backgammon in the 1600’s and have continued to play it ever since. Backgammon and other archaic games were never approved by a lot of churches. The clergy believe that the game was the tool of Satan. This caused churches to banish and destroy the game. The abolishment and burning had never prevent individuals enjoying games and being entertained.

Computers make available a new platform for Backgammon. When various electronic machines are sold all over the place, computer researchers in Artificial Intelligence (AI) use Backgammon for doing research, developing and measuring AI ideas and algorithms because of the simplicity of game codes and complexity of techniques.

With the embracing of the web, backgammon has evolved to an entirely new level. Quite a few may not realize that Internet Backgammon is in fact loaded on most of PCs that run Windows XP/Vista by default in "Games" menu option. Web Backgammon hooks up tens of thousands of gamblers around the world. Once you signed up on a net game site, you can play Backgammon against a computer, or against an actual gambler. Gaming websites have been hosting Backgammon tournaments frequently. You will be able to enjoy it for excitement, or for money. There are thousands of groups dedicated to net backgammon, along with special game software that you can download to gamble with other players. Gamblers like Backgammon for the fact that it’s a snap however, in the end, calls for an abundance of alertness and ability.