Game duration¶
| Setting | Game duration (minutes) |
|---|---|
| Rule parameter | game.durationMinutes |
| Default | 30 minutes |
The game duration is the length of the actual round. It begins after the countdown and X's head start and runs down during the game.
If time runs out without X having been caught, X (or the X team) wins. The detectives win if they catch X before time runs out.
Which value should I choose?¶
- 15–20 minutes suit short rounds in a park or on a small site.
- 30–45 minutes give more time for searching and fleeing in larger areas.
- Plan the duration so that everyone has enough time for the round and can safely return to the meeting point.
Countdown and head start are added on top
The game duration only starts counting after the head start for X. Countdown and head start are therefore added on top of the configured round.