Animal Tag Guide: How a round works
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OverviewAnimal Tag is a Roblox game where players split into two sides: Runners who try to survive by fleeing, and Hunters who chase them down and tag them. Each player transforms into an animal with its own movement abilities — climbing, swimming, gliding, and more. This guide covers how both sides play, how to use animal abilities well, and how to earn coins.
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How a round works
Summary
At the start of a round, players are split into Runners and Hunters. Hunters win by tagging all the Runners and turning them into Hunters. Runners win by staying untagged until time runs out.
- Runner stay untagged for the entire round
- Hunter touch Runners to tag them and pull them onto the Hunter side
- Tagged once tagged, you switch from Runner to Hunter for the rest of the round
- Coins collected during the round as you play
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Surviving as a Runner
TipsEach animal moves differently, so the terrain on a given stage should guide which one you pick. Power-ups scattered around the map can swing a close moment in your favour.
- Head for water if your animal swims well, or climb to high ground if it can scale walls or glide.
- Tight corridors and hidden spots can be used to your advantage.
- Grab power-ups to escape clutch moments.
Closing in as a Hunter
TipsBecause there are multiple Hunters at once, coordinating with the others makes tagging much easier.
- Spread out so Runners have fewer directions to run.
- Secure power-ups to help close the distance needed to land a tag.
Matching animal abilities to the situation
TableEvery animal has a distinct way of moving through the world. The best choice depends on where the action is happening and whether you are hunting or fleeing.
| High ground, as a Runner | an animal that can climb or glide reaches spots most Hunters cannot follow |
| Water areas, as a Runner | a swimming animal moves through water faster and more freely |
| Tight spaces, as a Runner | a nimble, compact animal slips through gaps that heavier ones cannot |
Earning and spending coins
CheckCoins are collected during rounds. The longer you survive as a Runner, the more you collect. Winning a round adds a bonus on top. Cosmetics are the only thing coins are spent on, letting you change how your animal looks.
- Survive as long as possible each round the time you stay alive directly affects how many coins you earn
- Win rounds to collect the bonus coins on top of what you gathered during play
- Spend coins in the cosmetics menu to unlock new looks
Glossary
Glossary- Runner
- The role that tries to avoid being tagged for the entire round.
- Hunter
- The role that chases Runners and tags them to bring them onto the Hunter side.
- Tag
- The act of a Hunter touching a Runner, which switches that player to the Hunter side.
- Power-up
- An item found around the map during a round that temporarily boosts your abilities.
- Cosmetic
- An item bought with coins that changes the appearance of your animal.
Common questions
FAQCan I change my animal?
You choose your animal at the start of the game. Each animal has different movement abilities, so picking one that suits the stage and your role makes a difference to how you play.
What are coins used for?
Coins go toward unlocking cosmetics, which let you customize how your animal looks.
Do power-ups help both sides?
Yes. Both Runners and Hunters can pick up power-ups during a round. Runners can use them to escape tight situations, and Hunters can use them to close the gap on a fleeing Runner.
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