THE PLAYBOOK · NMGAFT
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. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Review a difficult moment
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Select every square that was shown. Selecting an unshown square ends the session. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
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. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order. Compare the situation with the worked example. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Visual Memory?
The key detail is this: 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.
While learning, what example helps explain Visual Memory?
For clarity: If the four corner squares were shown, select those four corners in any order.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Visual Memory?
Here is the relevant explanation: Unlike Sequence Memory, this game does not require the original order.
While learning, 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.
