DoomScore - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

General Questions

What is DoomScore?

DoomScore is an unofficial iOS scoring app for the Doomlings board game. It helps players track scores through all 4 rounds of gameplay and automatically determines the winner.

What devices does DoomScore support?

DoomScore is built for iOS devices using SwiftUI and requires iOS 14.0 or later. It's optimized for iPhones and supports various screen sizes including iPhone SE.

Is this an official Doomlings app?

No, DoomScore is an unofficial, fan-made scoring app. It's not affiliated with or endorsed by the creators of Doomlings.

Getting Started

How do I start a new game?

1. Open the app and tap "START A GAME" on the welcome screen
2. Add players by entering their names in the "Add New Victim" field
3. Select at least 2 players from your list (minimum required to start)
4. Tap "BEGIN THE DOOM" to start the first round

How many players can I add?

You can add as many players as you want to your master list, but you need to select at least 2 players to start a game. The app supports any number of players for a single game.

Can I save players for future games?

Yes! Players are automatically saved using Core Data. Once you add a player, they'll appear in your player list for all future games.

Gameplay Features

What are the 4 rounds?

The app tracks scores for 4 distinct rounds:

1. Round 1: World's End - Initial scoring phase
2. Round 2: Face Value Points - Points from card face values (ignore symbols for now)
3. Round 3: Bonus Points - Additional scoring opportunities
4. Round 4: Expansions - Points from expansion content

How do I enter scores?

Each round uses custom dial controls for score input. Simply rotate the dial to set each player's score for that round. Scores are automatically saved as you adjust them.

Can I go back to previous rounds?

Yes, you can use the back button to return to previous rounds and modify scores if needed.

How does the app determine the winner?

The app automatically calculates total scores by adding all 4 rounds for each player. The player with the highest total score is declared the winner.

Player Management

How do I add a new player?

1. Go to the Player Setup screen
2. Enter the player's name in the "Add New Victim" text field
3. Tap the plus (+) button to add them
4. The player will be added to your master list and automatically selected

Can I delete players?

Yes, you can delete players from your master list by swiping left on their name in the player list and tapping delete.

What happens if I try to add a duplicate name?

The app prevents duplicate player names. You'll receive an error message if you try to add a player with a name that already exists.

How do I remove a player from the current game?

Tap the X button on their name chip in the "CHOSEN ONES" section, or unselect them from the main player list.

Leaderboard & Statistics

Does the app track wins?

Yes, the app tracks total wins for each player using Core Data. You can view the leaderboard from the welcome screen.

How do I view the leaderboard?

From the welcome screen, tap "VIEW LEADERBOARD" to see player statistics and win counts.

Are game results automatically saved?

Player win counts are updated automatically when a game is completed.

Technical Issues

The app isn't working properly. What should I do?

1. Try force-closing and reopening the app
2. Restart your device
3. Make sure you have the latest version installed
4. If problems persist, you may need to reinstall the app

I lost my player data. Can I recover it?

Player data is stored locally using Core Data. If the app data is deleted or corrupted, unfortunately the player list and win statistics cannot be recovered.

Does the app work offline?

Yes, DoomScore works completely offline. No internet connection is required.

Game Rules & Scoring

Does the app enforce Doomlings rules?

No, the app is purely a score tracker. It doesn't enforce any specific game rules or validate scores - you can enter any score values.

Can I use this for different versions of Doomlings?

Yes, since the app doesn't enforce specific rules, you can use it to track scores for different versions or house rules of Doomlings.

What if we play with different rounds?

While the app is designed for the standard 4-round Doomlings format, you can adapt it by skipping rounds or entering 0 for unused rounds.

App Features

Can I customize the themes or colors?

The app uses a fixed "Doom" theme with colors inspired by creature artwork (browns, dark blues, golden accents). Theme customization is not currently available.

Does the app have sound effects?

No, the current version focuses on clean, visual scoring without audio elements.

Can I export game results?

Currently, the app doesn't support exporting game data or results to external files.

Tips & Best Practices

Any tips for faster score entry?

• Pre-add your regular gaming group to the player list
• Use the dial controls efficiently by dragging to quickly reach approximate scores, then fine-tune
• Take advantage of the ability to go back and modify previous round scores if needed

How should I handle ties?

The app will show the first player in the list as the winner in case of ties. You can implement your own tie-breaking rules outside the app.

Can I use this for tournaments?

While possible, the app is designed for individual game sessions. For tournaments, you'd need to manually track results from multiple games.