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By @GaoSong
Stop the moving pointer inside the target zone to score points and build a perfect streak.
How to play
- Watch the pointer move back and forth along the rail.
- Wait for the pointer to enter the target zone.
- Tap to stop the pointer.
- Aim for the center to score a Perfect hit.
- Avoid missing the target zone to keep playing.
Controls
- Touch
- Tap anywhere to stop the moving pointer.
- Keyboard
- Press any key to stop the moving pointer.
- Mouse
- Click anywhere to stop the moving pointer.
More about this game
In paper, your goal is to stop a moving pointer as close to the center of the target zone as possible. Each successful stop earns points and builds a combo multiplier up to a maximum of 3x. As you progress through the levels, the pointer's speed increases every 5 levels by a 1.16 multiplier, and the target zone shrinks by 8 units per level, making it harder to land a perfect hit. The game ends if you miss the target zone 3 times.
Tips
- Aim for the center 18% of the target to score a Perfect hit and increase your multiplier. A perfect hit awards 100 points multiplied by your combo.
- The pointer's speed increases every 5 levels, so be prepared to adjust your timing. The base speed starts at 620 and scales up.
- The target shrinks by 8 units each level and also shrinks by 5 units for every 260 points you score, down to a minimum width of 92.
Questions
How do I get a higher score?
Hitting the center of the target zone earns a Perfect rating and increases your combo multiplier. A higher multiplier significantly increases the points you earn for each Perfect hit, up to a maximum of 3x.
How many misses are allowed?
You can miss the target zone up to 3 times. If you miss a third time, the game ends. A miss occurs if you stop the pointer outside the target zone entirely.
Does the game get faster?
Yes, the pointer's base speed increases by a multiplier of 1.16 every 5 levels, making it harder to time your taps accurately. The target also shrinks as you progress.