THE PLAYBOOK · ZRZCH
Getting started with Table Tennis
Take a moment with Table Tennis before moving to another game. Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Look at what changes after your first action.
rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
Give this approach a try
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Make the next step deliberately.
Your objective
Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Making your moves
- Serve.
- Move the lower paddle under the ball.
- Hit after the bounce near your baseline.
- A missed return gives a point.
Choosing and moving on screen
Pointer/paddle buttons; Hit / return; Space serves or hits. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Put the rules into context
An early hit is rejected; wait while positioning the paddle. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
Where a round can go wrong
The ball-flight model is timing-based, not full tournament physics. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
A few questions answered
As a new player, what is the goal of Table Tennis?
Reach eleven points with a two-point lead.
While learning, how do I control Table Tennis?
Pointer/paddle buttons; Hit / return; Space serves or hits.
While learning, what example helps explain Table Tennis?
Keep this in mind: 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.
On this playing page, what format does Table Tennis offer?
The key detail is this: rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Table Tennis use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.