Dart Game Encyclopedia

Showing 8 of 157 dart game variants with rules, scoring, and strategy

Players start at 301 and subtract scores each turn, finishing on a double. Fast format ideal for beginners or quick multi-leg matches.

The standard competition game used in PDC World Championship and all major tournaments. Players count down from 501, finishing on a double.

Longer X01 format traditionally used for doubles (pairs) play in leagues and team competitions.

Points scored on open numbers are added to opponents' totals. Lowest score wins. Best cricket variant for 3+ players.

Close numbers 20-12 plus any three doubles, trebles, and bullseye. No points scored — pure race to close.

Progress through numbers 1-20, scoring only on that round's number. Instant win by hitting single, double, and treble in one turn (a Shanghai).

Hit each number 1-20 in sequential order then bullseye. The most fundamental dartboard game.

Hit trebles 10-20 in sequence, then outer bull and inner bullseye. 13 targets of increasing difficulty.