Pass the Nuke Guide: How a round works
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OverviewPass the Nuke is a Roblox survival game where up to 12 players toss a nuclear bomb back and forth — hold it too long and you get blown up. The last player standing wins. This guide covers how the core game works, how the finale plays out, what the obby is, and what you need to earn every badge.
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How a round works
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Each round, a live nuke circulates among the players. Anyone who holds it too long gets eliminated by the blast. The round continues until only one player is left standing, and that player wins the trophy.
- Receive the bomb the instant it comes to you, pass it on.
- Watch the field keep track of who is left so you always have a target to pass to.
- Reach the finale once the group is small enough, the game shifts into a direct head-to-head finish.
- Claim the win survive to the end and you earn your first trophy, which unlocks the Champion badge.
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The finale and what it unlocks
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When the player count drops to just a few survivors, the game enters its finale phase. This is a direct confrontation, and it carries its own badge opportunity on top of the win.
- Knock out a player during the game to earn the KABOOM! badge.
- Win your first trophy in the finale to unlock the Champion badge.
- Knock out a finale opponent with a single punch to earn One Punch Bloxian.
- Stack wins across multiple rounds 10 in a row earns the Unstoppable badge.
The obby
Summary
Aside from the main nuke-passing rounds, the game includes an obby — an obstacle course you navigate independently. Finishing it has nothing to do with the bomb. Finishing the obby awards the Obbyist badge.
- What it is a standalone obstacle course separate from the bomb-passing rounds.
- Reward finishing the obby awards the Obbyist badge.
All six badges at a glance
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| Badge | How to earn it |
|---|---|
| KABOOM! | Eliminate another player |
| Champion | Win your first trophy |
| Eliminated | Get taken out by the blast |
| Unstoppable | Win 10 rounds in a row |
| One Punch Bloxian | Knock out a finale opponent with a single punch |
| Obbyist | Complete the obby course |
Glossary
Glossary- Finale
- The end phase of a round when only a few players remain and the game shifts to direct combat.
- Obby
- A Roblox term for an obstacle course — in this game it is a separate challenge from the main bomb-passing rounds.
- Winstreak
- The number of rounds you have won in a row; reaching 10 consecutive wins unlocks the Unstoppable badge.
Common questions
FAQWhat happens if I get eliminated?
Getting blown up by the nuke earns you the Eliminated badge. You can jump straight into the next match from there.
How many players can be in one room?
A single room holds up to 12 players.
What can I unlock while playing?
The game lets you unlock skins, emotes, and effects as you play. Badges are also yours to keep permanently once you meet their conditions.
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