Balance
Balance is Arctic Shores’ deduction puzzle: reference scales show combinations of shapes in equilibrium, you infer the shapes’ hidden relative weights — a simultaneous-equations puzzle — and complete the target scale so it balances.
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How to play
Reference scales show shape combinations that balance.
Work out the shapes’ relative weights from those references.
Tap or click shapes (or use keys 1–4) to fill the empty pan; Backspace removes and Enter confirms.
Difficulty adapts — later scales need multi-step deduction.
In the real assessment
The reference-scales-then-balance format with drag placement is described consistently by preparation sources but is more thinly documented than other tasks — treat this reconstruction’s difficulty curve and timing as estimates. 10/20/30-round configurations are reported.
Skills assessed
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Balance game FAQ
What is the Arctic Shores Balance task?
Balance is Arctic Shores’ deduction puzzle: reference scales show combinations of shapes in equilibrium, you infer the shapes’ hidden relative weights — a simultaneous-equations puzzle — and complete the target scale so it balances.
Does practicing Balance help?
Yes. By their fifth attempt, players score 14% higher on average on our Balance simulator than a typical first attempt.
Is Balance practice free here?
Check the access shown before starting Balance. Eligible accounts have one free attempt at each game. A Arctic Shores pass includes unlimited replays. All results, explanations and available comparisons stay free. Passes do not renew automatically.
Which employers use the Balance task?
Candidates and prep guides report Balance in Arctic Shores assessments for Jet2, Maven Securities, Stantec and Williams Racing. Employers configure the task set, so your invitation is the final word.
Score improvement across practice attempts
Across our matched practice data, the median candidate improves their score by +14% between their first and fifth practice attempt on a game — with no employer ever seeing practice data.
Read the full methodologyMedian Arctic Shores score lift by practice attempt
Median paired change vs. first attempt on scored Arctic Shores practice games. Observed practice association — not a hiring-outcome guarantee.
Companies reported to use Balance
Candidates report seeing Balance in assessments for these employers. Assessment stages can change by role, region, and recruiting cycle, so check your invitation before practicing.
Independent Arctic Shores-style practice. GameAssessmentPrep is not affiliated with or endorsed by Arctic Shores. Task selection, timing and scoring vary by employer; your invitation is authoritative.