Darts 501

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Darts 501 is a pub-style darts game against the computer. Hold to aim and keep steady as the wobble shrinks, then release to throw. Count down from 501 and finish exactly on a double before the CPU, or practise in the Around the clock mode.

How to play

  1. Choose 501 vs CPU or Around the clock.
  2. Press and hold to aim; hold steady and the wobble shrinks.
  3. Release to throw your dart. You get three darts per visit.
  4. In 501, subtract your score each visit and finish exactly on zero with a double.
  5. Going below zero, or to one, is a bust and your visit does not count.

Controls

Computer
Hold the mouse button to aim and release to throw. Or aim with the arrow keys, hold Space to steady and release to throw.
Phone and tablet
Press and hold to aim, then let go to throw.

Tips

  • Aim for treble 20 to bring your score down fast.
  • Plan your finish so you are left on an even number for the double.
  • Do not hold too long: your hand starts to tire.

Questions

Why does 501 need a double?
That is the classic rule: your last dart must land in a double to bring your score exactly to zero.
What is Around the clock?
A practice mode where you hit the numbers 1 to 20 in order.