Board game turn timer
Enter the players, set how long each turn can take, and press Start. Tap the big colored panel (or press space) to pass to the next player. A beep warns when time is nearly up, and a table shows who took longest.
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| Player | Total time | Turns | Average turn |
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Ideas for using a turn timer
- Speed up long strategy games: try 1 to 2 minutes per turn, and use a longer limit for the first round.
- Party and word games: 30 to 60 seconds per turn keeps things lively.
- Tabletop RPG combat: a 1-minute limit per player's turn keeps fights moving.
- Just curious? Choose No limit and see who really takes the longest.
Two players with separate clocks? Use the chess clock. For rounds of a party game, try the countdown timer.
Questions people ask
How do I use a timer for board game turns?
Enter the players, choose a time per turn, and press Start. Tap the colored panel or press the space bar at the end of each turn to pass to the next player.
What is a good time limit per turn?
About 30 to 60 seconds for party games, and 1 to 3 minutes for strategy games. Agree on it before you start.
Does it work for more than two players?
Yes, up to 12 players, each with their own color and a running total of their time.