Cubes: a visual memory game of color patterns

Cubes is a visual memory game with a simple setup: a block made of four colored squares appears on screen, and you have a few seconds to remember it. Then it vanishes, and several similar blocks appear in its place. Only one matches exactly; the rest are close look-alikes with the colors shuffled or changed.

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Free · No download · Runs in your browser

Cubes board showing one large block of four colored squares to memorize, with the I've memorized it button below

How to play

Sign in with your free Cleverini account, open Cubes and pick Single player or Multiplayer.
Study the block of four colored squares while it is on screen.
Press I've memorized it if you are ready early, or wait for the block to disappear.
Tap the block that is identical to the one you saw, including where each color sits.
Move on to the next pattern; a game runs through 15 of them, each on its own timer.

What it exercises

This color memory game keeps the picture small, which puts the focus on precise recall rather than on a big scene.

Visual memory
You hold an image in mind for a few seconds after it disappears, the core of every visual memory test.
Attention to detail
The wrong options are near-misses, so a vague impression of the colors is not enough; you need their exact positions.
Pattern recognition
Over many rounds you start to remember a block as a shape, such as a diagonal pair or a matching top row, instead of four separate tiles.

Tips

Name the colors in order, for example red-blue, green-red, top row first. A short phrase is easier to keep than a picture.
Look for a structure: two matching squares, a diagonal, or a single odd color out.
When the choices appear, rule out the obvious mismatches first, then compare the last two square by square.
Only press I've memorized it when you are confident; the extra seconds of viewing are free.
In multiplayer, ignore your opponent and keep your own pace; a rushed pick is the most common mistake.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a visual memory game online that is free?

Yes. Cubes is free, has no ads and works in the browser on phones, tablets and computers. You need a free account, which also stores your level.

Are visual memory games for adults worth playing?

If you enjoy them, yes. A round of Cubes is a short, focused workout for attention and recall, and a pleasant way to keep your mind active.

How do I get better at a color memory game like this?

Practice turning the pattern into words or a simple shape, and take the full viewing time. Most mistakes come from remembering the colors but not their positions.

Can I play the color memory game online against someone?

Yes. Choose Multiplayer to play against another player; the score shows who is ahead.

Why is it called Cubes?

Each pattern is a small square block split into four colored tiles, which looks like a cube seen from the top.

Ready for a round?

It opens in your browser. A free Cleverini account keeps your level and lets you play with friends.