Kingdom Hearts Games in Order: Beginner’s Guide

To follow the Kingdom Hearts story, you should play the games in release order, not chronological order, because the series is famous for its time jumps and reveals that depend on what you already know. This guide lists every game in the order they were released, explains the timeline, and tells you which collections to buy so you don’t miss a beat.

Formula

The calculator works out your average pace and speed for a run, cycle, or walk. You enter the time it took (in minutes) and the distance (in kilometers), and it returns your pace in minutes per kilometer and your speed in kilometers per hour.

Pace = Total time (min) ÷ Distance (km)

Speed = Distance (km) ÷ (Total time (min) ÷ 60)

Where:

• Total time is your finish time in minutes (e.g., 50 min).
• Distance is the distance covered in kilometers (e.g., 10 km).
• Pace is the time it takes to cover one kilometer, in minutes per kilometer.
• Speed is the distance covered per hour, in kilometers per hour.

Worked Example

Using the default values from the calculator: you finish a 10 km run in 50 minutes.

1. Pace = 50 ÷ 10 = 5.00 minutes per kilometer.
2. Speed = 10 ÷ (50 ÷ 60) = 10 ÷ 0.8333 = 12.00 km/h.

So your average pace is 5:00 per kilometer, and your average speed is 12 km/h. The calculator shows the same results (5.00 min/km and 12.00 km/h).

What the Result Means

Your pace tells you how fast you are covering each kilometer. A lower pace number means you are running faster. Your speed tells you the same thing but in a different unit: how many kilometers you would cover in one hour if you kept that exact pace. Runners usually talk about pace (min/km or min/mile), while cyclists and drivers talk about speed (km/h or mph).

Both numbers are useful for training. If you want to finish a 10 km race in under 50 minutes, you need to hold a pace faster than 5:00 min/km. If you are cycling and want to average 20 km/h, you can use the calculator to see what your finish time should be for a given distance.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

• Mixing units: If you measure distance in miles, convert to kilometers first (1 mile = 1.60934 km) or use a miles version of the formula. The calculator assumes kilometers.
• Using seconds instead of minutes: If your time is 50 minutes and 30 seconds, convert the seconds to a decimal by dividing by 60 (30/60 = 0.5), so you enter 50.5 minutes.
• Rounding too early: Keep at least two decimal places in intermediate steps. Round only the final answer.
• Confusing pace and speed: A pace of 5 min/km is a speed of 12 km/h. They are reciprocals (with a 60 conversion). Don’t mix them up.

When to Use This Calculator

Use it after a run, ride, or walk to see your average pace and speed. It’s also handy for planning: if you know your target pace, you can estimate your finish time for a race distance. For example, if you want to run a 5 km in 30 minutes, your pace is 6 min/km and your speed is 10 km/h.

The calculator is for steady, average values. If you run intervals or stop for traffic, your average pace will be slower than your moving pace. For that, you’d need a GPS watch that records moving time separately.

Limitations of the Formula

This formula assumes you maintain a perfectly constant speed. In reality, your pace varies with hills, wind, and fatigue. The result is your average pace over the whole distance, not your pace at any given moment. For hilly routes, your average pace may be slower than your flat-ground pace even if you feel you worked just as hard.

Also, the formula doesn’t account for breaks. If you stop for a minute, your total time includes that stop, so your average pace will be slower than your actual running pace. Use moving time if you want to measure your running effort.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good pace for a beginner runner?

A comfortable jogging pace for a beginner is often around 7 to 9 minutes per kilometer (roughly 11 to 8.5 km/h). This varies widely by age, fitness, and terrain. The key is to be able to hold a conversation while running.

How do I convert my pace from min/km to min/mile?

Multiply your min/km pace by 1.60934 to get minutes per mile. For example, a 5:00 min/km pace is about 8:03 per mile. Conversely, divide your min/mile pace by 1.60934 to get min/km.

Can I use this calculator for walking?

Yes. The formula works for any activity where you cover a distance in a time. A typical walking pace is 12 to 20 minutes per kilometer (3 to 5 km/h).

Why does the calculator show pace in minutes per kilometer but my watch shows seconds?

Pace is often written as minutes and seconds, like 5:30 per km. The calculator shows the decimal equivalent (5.50 min/km). To convert, multiply the decimal part by 60: 0.50 × 60 = 30 seconds, so 5.50 min/km is 5:30 per km.

What if I run on a treadmill and it shows speed in km/h?

You can enter the treadmill’s speed directly as your speed, but to get your pace, divide 60 by the speed. For example, 12 km/h on the treadmill gives a pace of 60 ÷ 12 = 5.00 min/km.

Does the calculator work for cycling or swimming?

Yes, as long as you use the same units (minutes and kilometers). For swimming, you might use meters, but you’d need to convert to kilometers first (1 km = 1000 m). The formula is universal for any distance and time.

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in t | Finish time | min | 50 | 0
in d | Distance | km | 10 | 0
out pace | Average pace | min/km | t / d | 2
out speed | Average speed | km/h | d / (t / 60) | 2