Timer


You can add Timer to your project if you want to make your game more competive and interesting for users. Use timer for time count or if you want to set time limit for passing the game.

Timer option is available for free.

There are two types of timers:

  • Classic Timer is using for basic time count. Turn this function on if you want user to know how long he spent on game passing.

  • Countdown is opposite feature. Turn this function on, if you want to set time limit for passing the game.

 

Classic Timer

Let's see how you can add a classic timer to your game by using Memory game as an example. Once you are in the editor, click anywhere in the working space. You will see the additional features panel on the right side of your screen.

Interacty online editor

By checking the Time counter box, you can add a timer to your game.

Adding time couner to your game on Interacty

Choose Classic timer option.

Classic timer option on Interacty

Timer has been activated! When user starts the game, he will see a timer in the upper right corner of the screen

Timer feature on a matching memory game on Interacty

After passing the game, he will see the result.

Final screen with timer feature on Interacty

Countdown

Let's see how you can add a coundown to your game by using Memory game as an example. Once you are in the editor, click anywhere in the working space. You will see the additional features panel on the right side of your screen.

Memory Matching Game in Interacty online editor

By checking the Time counter box, you can add a countdown to your game.

Setting up gamification for the memory game on Interacty

Choose Countdown option.

Setting up countdown for the memory game on Interacty

Set Value in seconds parameter. Fill this field with amount of seconds to make a time limit for passing the game.

Set Value in seconds parameter for the timer feature on Interacty

If user won't finish the game in time, he will see Time is up page. To set this page, click on Customize the “Time is up” page sign.

Customize the “Time is up” page on Interacty

Add a header and description to your page. To see final result, check approximate preview on the right side of your screen.

Customize the “Time is up” page on Interacty

Use Upload button if you want to add an image.

Uploading an image to the final screen on Interacty

You can also add call to action or retry button by checking the appropriate box. Retry button allows user's to start his game again.

Retry button on Interacty

Call to action button is usually a link to your website, product or service. By using this feature, you can direct players to the prize claim screen or make a promotional unique offer. Fill in the text on your button and specify the link where this button will lead to. As before, you can see the changes on approximate preview window.

Call to action button on Interacty

Click Save to finish.

Save your timer settings on Interacty

It's done! From now on, if user won't pass the game in time, he will see Time is up page on his screen.

Time is up page on Interacty


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Comments

Aliyah N Flowers 6 months ago

Hello! Is there a timer for the trivia quiz??

Anton 6 months ago

Hello Aliyah,

Unfortunately, there is no timer available for the trivia quiz at the moment.

Best regards!

Yilin a year ago

Hi, it seems that when the timer is up, there's no button to restart the game. Can you advise please?

Anton a year ago

Hi Yilin! Thanks for reaching out. It appears that there might be an issue with the "Time is Up" screen settings. To address this, please follow these steps: When you enable the timer for your project, look for the "Customize the 'Time is up' page" option in blue. Click on it, and in the pop-up window, you'll find a checkbox for the "Retry" button. Make sure to activate it, and that should resolve the problem. If the issue persists, feel free to let me know, and I'll be happy to assist further!

Elaine 2 years ago

Is there any error with the timer function? Despite finishing the puzzle, the timer did not stop and no result available at the end. I have enabled the timer (classic timer), however the timer did not stop.

Anton 2 years ago

Hi Elaine! Regarding the timer issue you encountered, we suggest creating a small puzzle (2x2) and testing it again to verify if the timer functions correctly. Additionally, please ensure that the puzzle is solved accurately, as the timer will stop and display the result only when the puzzle is completed correctly. Hope this helps!

Myra 2 years ago

Has the timer feature been removed? I am creating a hidden objects and the timer option doesn't appear.

Anton 2 years ago

Hello, Myra! The feature you are referring to is still accessible. To enable it, please ensure that you have selected the "Enable player ratings" checkbox. Once this option is activated, you will see a timer function appear below it. I hope this information is helpful to you!

Teoh Jing An 2 years ago

Usually users have to enter their name then click on the button to start the game. Right now, the timer only starts once user presses on the game. Is there a way for the timer to automatically start once they press the start game button? Thank you!

Anton 2 years ago

Hello! Unfortunately, there is no such feature now. Thanks for your feedback!

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