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How to play 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. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
Keep the aim in sight
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
If the four corner squares were shown, select those four corners in any order. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Visual Memory?
For clarity: Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session.
While learning, how do I control Visual Memory?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, what example helps explain Visual Memory?
Here is the relevant explanation: If the four corner squares were shown, select those four corners in any order.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Visual Memory?
For clarity: Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order.
For my first round, what format does Visual Memory offer?
Keep this in mind: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
When I return, 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.