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How to play Table Tennis
Choose a round of Table Tennis and settle into its rules. Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Reach eleven points with a two-point lead. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Check the rules when you are unsure.
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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
An early hit is rejected; wait while positioning the paddle. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. 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. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Table Tennis?
The key detail is this: Reach eleven points with a two-point lead.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Table Tennis?
Keep this in mind: 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.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Table Tennis?
The key detail is this: The ball-flight model is timing-based, not full tournament physics.
While learning, what format does Table Tennis offer?
For clarity: rally/service model, win-by-two and alternating deuce service.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Table Tennis use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.