Stop Clock Showdown

My entry to GMTK game jam 2026

How to Play

The Goal

Stop the clock as close to 0.00s as possible without going over!

• Closest Stop wins the round and earns first pick in the Shop.
• Busting (0.00s) or finishing last without a bust earns you a Strike.
• 3 Strikes and you're eliminated!

Winning the Game

Be the first player to collect 20 Stars, or be the last player standing!

• 0.00s - 0.10s: 5 Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 0.11s - 1.00s: 4 Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 1.01s - 3.00s: 2 Stars ⭐⭐
• 3.01s - 5.00s: 1 Star ⭐

The Draft Phase

Between rounds, spend your earned Stars in the Shop to buy Modifiers:

• Sabotage Opponents: Distort clock speeds, scramble digital timer displays, or mute countdown audio beeps.
• Defend Yourself: Buy Block Modifiers to shield yourself from incoming attacks!

Controls

• Spacebar / Interact Button: Stop your Clock
• Mouse: Navigate menus and buy cards in the Shop

Known Issues

• The Block modifier applies Obscure Timer to yourself