Why Play Memory Match?
Memory Match targets Working Memory, a skill that helps you hold and manipulate information in real time. As symbols appear in quick succession, you’ll practice remembering the recent past while staying ready to update your memory with each new card.
Working Memory
Hold and compare visual information over short intervals.
Memory Updating
Replace old details with new ones as you move through each round.
Rapid Recall
Quickly retrieve recently viewed information to make split-second comparisons.
Memory Match vs Other Memory Games
Unlike memory games that focus on long-term recall, Memory Match is all about keeping up with what just happened. Every card requires you to compare it to one that appeared two steps ago—challenging you to hold, update, and discard information in rapid sequence. It’s a fast-paced test of your short-term memory skills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Working Memory?
Working Memory is the ability to hold and manage information in your mind for short periods of time. It’s the skill you use when remembering instructions, tracking a conversation, or, in the case of Memory Match, comparing recently seen symbols.
Why is Working Memory important?
Working Memory plays a role in many everyday tasks—like solving problems, following directions, or managing multiple pieces of information at once. It’s one of the foundational cognitive skills engaged in the Memory training area.
What cognitive skill does Memory Match train?
Memory Match targets Working Memory, with an emphasis on memory updating. You’ll need to remember symbols from just a few seconds earlier and continuously revise that memory with each new card.
What are some tips for playing Memory Match?
Focus on building a rhythm as you move through the cards. Rather than memorizing every detail, try holding just enough information to make your comparisons. As you play more, your ability to manage short-term information can become more efficient.
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