We just recently got a batch of submissions in the individual levels section that did not have an on screen timer. As there were no previous runs in these categories, they have all been approved for now, but I wanted to take the opportunity to discuss the timer.

The game does have a built in timer very prominently displayed which seems to be ideal for this game, but it is not the same as an RTA timer. At the time of writing this, the first individual level is listed at 6 seconds, which is accurate with the in-game timer. Taking an RTA approach though reveals it closer to 10 seconds, which obviously presents a major discrepancy.

I'm opening this up to discussion on which to use SPECIFICALLY for the individual level board. Timing for full game runs must still be done with an external timer. I am personally for in game time as it lowers the bar for entry and is a quick visual. Plus, RTA timing method is only really useful across multiple stages where the timer cannot keep track.

I'd love to hear more input, but for now, In-Game Time is the default for the IL board.