THE PLAYBOOK · 5438GAME
Know the goal in Visual Memory
Make Visual Memory your next activity in the game library. Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session. Look at what changes after your first action. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Bring this focus to a round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Work through the instructions
- Start a round and watch the highlighted cells.
- Wait until the board hides the pattern.
- Select the positions you remember; order does not matter.
- Complete the pattern to advance.
The controls to know
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
Work through an example
If the four corner squares were shown, select those four corners in any order. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Check the stated objective.
Notice this detail
Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Game-specific help
On this playing page, what is the goal of Visual Memory?
For clarity: Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Visual Memory?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, what example helps explain Visual Memory?
The key detail is this: If the four corner squares were shown, select those four corners in any order.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Visual Memory?
Keep this in mind: Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order.
As a new player, what format does Visual Memory offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Visual Memory use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
