Start with the group, then choose scoring
Find a better way to play, agree on the activity, then choose the scoring layer the group wants for that round.
Keep it simple
Start with the activity. Choose the scoring layer.
Start with the activity. Choose Points, Challenge Points, or STUD scoring after the rules are clear.
Activity first, choose scoring nextSTUD is a scoring layerMade for real friend groups
Use STUD when it improves the finish
Some groups choose Points. Others choose Challenge Points. STUD belongs beside those choices when the group wants that extra mode.
Keep the round lead obvious
Every good session should make one person ready to explain the rules, timing, tiebreaks, and what to say first.