THE PLAYBOOK · ACSIWANG
How to play Table Tennis
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Table Tennis. Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Use the example below to understand a decision.
rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
An early hit is rejected; wait while positioning the paddle. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
The ball-flight model is timing-based, not full tournament physics. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Table Tennis?
Reach eleven points with a two-point lead.
For this browser game, 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?
The key detail is this: An early hit is rejected; wait while positioning the paddle.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Table Tennis?
For clarity: 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.
As a new player, which play mode does Table Tennis use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.