📖 Overview
Use this calculator to plan realistic board game night schedules before you start.
⚙️ How It Works
Projects full session length from players, turn length, rounds, and fixed setup/break time.
The Formula
Total Time = (Players × Turn Seconds × Rounds) + ((Setup + Break) × 60)
| Players | Number of players taking turns |
| Turn Seconds | Average time per turn |
| Rounds | Total rounds planned |
| Setup + Break | Fixed non-turn minutes added to session |
Quick Reference
| Players × turn | Rounds | Setup+Break | Total session |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 × 60s | 12 | 10 min | 58 min |
| 4 × 90s | 20 | 15 min | 2h 15m |
| 5 × 75s | 16 | 12 min | 1h 52m |
| 6 × 60s | 18 | 20 min | 2h 8m |
Practical Tips
💡 Use your real table pace after one trial game for better planning.
💡 Long player-count games benefit from extra break buffer.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Why is my session longer than expected?
Real turn time often increases in later rounds due to decision complexity.
❓ Does this include teach time?
Only if you include it in setup time.