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How to play The Longest Hold
Press the button. Don't let go. Ever.
How to play
Press and hold the big button. A timer counts up for as long as you keep holding.
The run ends the instant you release, your cursor slips off the button, or your device cancels the press.
Every so often the game shows a taunt engineered to make you let go. Ignore it.
Scoring
- Your score is simply how long you held, in seconds — higher is better.
- The score submits automatically when you finally release.
Tips
- Get comfortable before you start; this is an endurance game measured in minutes, not seconds.
- On a laptop trackpad, a second hand resting near the button helps you not drift off it.
- Anything that moves your cursor off the button ends the run — beware notifications.
Frequently asked questions
Does the timer keep running if I switch tabs?
The hold must stay physically pressed — anything that interrupts the press ends the run.
Is there a time limit?
No. The only limit is your patience, your bladder, and your battery.