Run the round

How to play Relay Mark or Pass · Puzzle Night

Step 1

Share the spotlight.

Step 2

Judge the relay result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the relay setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

Share the spotlight. Pass always allowed; trailing side may use one comeback token if announced. Format: Relay.

Example: Share the spotlight.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Changing the relay objective or score value after the round starts. Keep it visible.

Safety: Use age- and space-appropriate pieces or props, keep walkways clear, and allow a pass on any unsuitable challenge.

Best for

Who it fits

2-12 who want a 20-90 min round.

Energy

Pace

Low

Board Puzzle Night

Category Puzzle Night

Best for 2-12 who want a 20-90 min round.

Players 2-12

Time 20-90 min

Gear Puzzles, logic sets, hint tokens, and table space

Space Table with clear piece sorting area

Energy Low

Setup Start from Puzzle Night Board and tell the group the activity is Relay Mark or Pass · Puzzle Night.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

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Relay Mark or Pass · Puzzle Night also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Relay Mark or Pass · Puzzle Night from Studboards. Share the spotlight. Fits: Players: 2-12 | Time: 20-90 min | Gear: Puzzles, logic sets, hint tokens, and table space Safety: Use age- and space-appropriate pieces or props, keep walkways clear, and allow a pass on any unsuitable challenge. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/boards/puzzle-night/puzzle-night-relay-mark-or-pass-puzzle-night.html

Relay Mark or Pass · Puzzle Night

Quick start.