Run the round

How to play Killer

Step 1

Claim a number, unlock Killer status on its double, and drain rivals' five lives to be last standing.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Reset the killer 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: Claim a number, unlock Killer status on its double, and drain rivals' five lives to be last standing.

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: Keep the target lane and follow-through area clear, retrieve only after the attempt ends, and use venue-safe equipment.

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 Killer.

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

Use it in these hubs

Killer 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 Killer from Studboards. Claim a number, unlock Killer status on its double, and drain rivals' five lives to be last standing. Fits: Players: 2-8 | Time: 10-25 min | Gear: Darts, dartboard, throw line, and score sheet Safety: Keep the target lane and follow-through area clear, retrieve only after the attempt ends, and use venue-safe equipment. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/darts/darts-killer.html

Killer

Quick start.