Types Of Darts Games

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1. 501 (or 301)

  • Goal: Start with 501 (or 301) points and reduce to exactly zero.

  • Finish rule: Must end on a double (outer ring).

  • Why popular: Standard competitive game; most widely played.

2. Cricket

  • Goal: Close numbers 15–20 and the bullseye by hitting each 3 times.

  • Scoring: After closing a number, hitting it again scores points if the opponent hasn’t closed it.

  • Why popular: Combines strategy with skill; very common in pubs and leagues.

3. Shanghai

  • Goal: Hit numbers 1–20 in order.

  • Winning: First player to hit all numbers in sequence wins.

  • Why popular: Simple and excellent for beginners to practice accuracy.