The object of a backgammon game is to remove all your pieces from the board before your opponent manages to do the same. There are several strategies both to prevent the opponent from reaching the stage known as 'bearing off' and to enable yourself to 'bear off' quickly and easily. The object of the game remains the same in all settings, online or off, including backgammon matches, backgammon tournaments, and friendly backgammon games played at home.