The rule can change between cards. A good streak does not measure your attention outside the game.
Pace: Calm pace has no timer; the timed pace adds time pressure.
An example decision
If one card asks for the largest and the next asks for the smallest, read the new instruction before tapping. Repeating the previous strategy can give the wrong answer.
How to play
Find the odd one out, switch rules, ignore the word or wait for the signal. Four ways to sharpen your attention.
Find the only figure with a different shape.
Read each card’s instruction even when you think you know the pattern. In the shape mode, the word is a distraction: answer using the silhouette.
Controls
Desktop
TabEnter: choose
Mobile and tablet
Tap the options. Use arrow keys on boards when playing with a keyboard.
Modes and scoring
Odd One Out
Find the figure that differs from all the others.
Find the only figure with a different shape.
Tap it once. Size and color aren't the answer.
Scoring: 100 per challenge solved + 25 per level − 10 per mistake − 15 per hint. Never below zero. No timer or attempt limit.
Rule Switch
Choose the highest or lowest as each card instructs.
Read whether this card asks for the highest or lowest.
The rule may change on the next challenge.
Scoring: 100 per challenge solved + 25 per level − 10 per mistake − 15 per hint. Never below zero. No timer or attempt limit.
Shape First
Choose the shape you see. The word below tries to distract you.
Look at the silhouette and ignore the word below.
Choose the name or picture of the actual shape.
Scoring: 100 per challenge solved + 25 per level − 10 per mistake − 15 per hint. Never below zero. No timer or attempt limit.
Right on Time
Wait for the star. Tap only when it appears; other symbols don't count.
Wait without holding down. Tap when the star appears.
Other symbols don't count. In Relaxed mode, the star waits for you.
Scoring: 100 per challenge solved + 25 per level − 10 per mistake − 15 per hint. Never below zero. No timer or attempt limit.
Solo or with other players
This is a single-player game. Practice and improve your own score.
Compare and choose
We compare game rules and controls. Stated times are mode limits, not average durations. Recommendations are editorial. How we prepare these facts.