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How to play Reaction Challenge
Start Reaction Challenge by looking at the playing area and its controls. Finish five valid responses. An early click does not count as a completed response; start that attempt again. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
A useful comparison
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Finish five valid responses. An early click does not count as a completed response; start that attempt again. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- Start a round and wait without clicking.
- When GO appears, click or tap the large target.
- Read your response time and start the next round.
- After five rounds, the game shows the mean time.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
A valid 250 ms response counts. Clicking during WAIT is too early and must be repeated. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
Browser scheduling, screen refresh and input hardware can affect the measurement. It is not a medical test. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Reaction Challenge?
Here is the relevant explanation: Finish five valid responses. An early click does not count as a completed response; start that attempt again.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Reaction Challenge?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For my first round, what example helps explain Reaction Challenge?
Here is the relevant explanation: A valid 250 ms response counts. Clicking during WAIT is too early and must be repeated.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Reaction Challenge?
Keep this in mind: Browser scheduling, screen refresh and input hardware can affect the measurement. It is not a medical test.
As a new player, what format does Reaction Challenge offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
When I return, which play mode does Reaction Challenge use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.