Sequence Memory
Watch the sequence, then repeat it.
You can also start with Space / Enter
Overview
The Sequence Memory Test measures your working memory capacity and accuracy. Memorize the order in which panels light up and reproduce the sequence. Each correct answer increases the level by one. George Miller's 1956 paper put the number of items an adult can hold at once at 7±2, and this test challenges that limit.
Rules
- Watch carefully as panels light up in sequence
- After the sequence ends, tap the panels in the same order
- Each correct answer advances you to the next level with one more item
- A mistake ends the game, and your reached level becomes your score
Score Guide
| Score | Rating | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Level 14+ | Legendary | Top 1% |
| Level 12-13 | Exceptional | Top 1-5% |
| Level 11 | Excellent | Top 5-15% |
| Level 9-10 | Great | Top 15-30% |
| Level 8 | Above Average | Top 30-50% |
| Level 7 | Average | Top 50-70% |
| Level 6 or below | Below Average | Outside top 70% |
FAQ
Are there tips to improve my sequence memory score?
Chunking (grouping information) is effective. Memorizing in groups of 3-4 items helps retain longer sequences. Perceiving spatial patterns rather than individual positions also helps.
Can working memory be trained?
Yes. Repeating the same task helps you get used to it and pick up the knack of remembering the lit-up order in groups, so your score tends to improve.
Does it vary from person to person?
Working memory capacity varies from person to person, and also changes with your condition and level of focus. Repeating the same task helps you get used to it, so your score tends to improve.