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The essentials of playing Visual Memory
Choose a round of Visual Memory and settle into its rules. Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Something to practise
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Keep the objective visible.
What you are aiming for
Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
From the start of a round
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Put the rules into context
If the four corner squares were shown, select those four corners in any order. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Look for the relevant detail.
A common point of confusion
Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Answers about the rules and controls
When I return, what is the goal of Visual Memory?
Keep this in mind: Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session.
On this playing page, how do I control Visual Memory?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Visual Memory?
If the four corner squares were shown, select those four corners in any order.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Visual Memory?
For clarity: Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order.
Before I begin, what format does Visual Memory offer?
For clarity: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Which play mode does Visual Memory use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
