THE PLAYBOOK · RUIQIWJ
How to play 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. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
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. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A useful example
If the four corner squares were shown, select those four corners in any order. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Visual Memory?
Keep this in mind: Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session.
While learning, how do I control Visual Memory?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
When I return, 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.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Visual Memory?
Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order.
When I return, what format does Visual Memory offer?
Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
As a new player, which play mode does Visual Memory use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
