THE PLAYBOOK · ODMON
How to play Table Tennis
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Table Tennis. Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. Look at what changes after your first action. Begin with the solo vs computer mode shown on the page. Look at what changes after your first action.
rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
A useful comparison
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Step by step
- Serve.
- Move the lower paddle under the ball.
- Hit after the bounce near your baseline.
- A missed return gives a point.
Controls
Pointer/paddle buttons; Hit / return; Space serves or hits. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A useful example
An early hit is rejected; wait while positioning the paddle. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
The ball-flight model is timing-based, not full tournament physics. Compare the situation with the worked example. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Table Tennis?
Here is the relevant explanation: Reach eleven points with a two-point lead.
On this playing page, how do I control Table Tennis?
For clarity: Pointer/paddle buttons; Hit / return; Space serves or hits.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Table Tennis?
Here is the relevant explanation: An early hit is rejected; wait while positioning the paddle.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Table Tennis?
Keep this in mind: The ball-flight model is timing-based, not full tournament physics.
Before I begin, what format does Table Tennis offer?
rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Table Tennis use?
The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.