Run the round

How to play 40-and-Under Finish Chase

Step 1

Build repeated finishes from 40 down and score only clean outs on the first planned route. Fastest card wins.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

2-8 players, about 10-25 min at Target Night. Pick turns, keep darts scoring visible, stop at target.

Example: Build repeated finishes from 40 down and score only clean outs on the first planned route. Fastest card wins.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Moving the start mark or changing score values after play begins. Keep one score card for the full round.

Safety: Use short rounds, visible scoring, clear turns, and the tie rule everyone agreed on.

Best for

Who it fits

2-8 who want a 10-25 min round.

Energy

Pace

Low

Board Darts

Category Darts

Best for 2-8 who want a 10-25 min round.

Players 2-8

Time 10-25 min

Gear Darts, dartboard, throw line, and score sheet

Space Clear dart lane with nobody beyond the throw line

Energy Low

Setup Start from Darts Board and tell the group the activity is 40-and-Under Finish Chase.

Twist it

Variations to try

Scoreboard mode: keep standings visible and agree how the group scores each round.
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

Use it in these hubs

40-and-Under Finish Chase also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Quick 10-minute games

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing 40-and-Under Finish Chase from Studboards. Build repeated finishes from 40 down and score only clean outs on the first planned route. Fastest card wins. Fits: Players: 2-8 | Time: 10-25 min | Gear: Darts, dartboard, throw line, and score sheet Safety: Use short rounds, visible scoring, clear turns, and the tie rule everyone agreed on. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/darts/darts-40-and-under-finish-chase.html

40-and-Under Finish Chase

Quick start.