About Simon Says
Simon is the light-and-sound memory game from the 1970s. Four coloured pads light up in a sequence that gets one step longer every round. Watch, then repeat the sequence exactly. One wrong pad and the round is over. How long a chain can you hold in your head?
It is short, focused and oddly addictive. A great daily memory stretch that takes a minute or two. Free in your browser at Cuppa.
How to play Simon Says
- Press Start and watch the pads light up in order.
- Tap the pads in the same order.
- Each round adds one more step to the sequence.
- Keep going until you slip. Your longest sequence is your score.
A new puzzle is published every morning, Sydney time, and signed-in members keep their streaks and scores across devices.
Questions about Simon Says
- Is sound needed?
- No. Each pad also flashes, so the game is fully playable on mute.
- What is a good Simon score?
- Most people manage 8 to 12 steps. Twenty is excellent.
- Any tips?
- Say the colours to yourself as they light up, or group them into chunks of three or four.
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