Patterns
Patterns is Arctic Shores’ multiple-choice abstract-reasoning task: each item shows a sequence of squares whose shapes evolve by hidden rules — count, position, size, colour, rotation — and you select the next square from the options. Items often run several concurrent rules, one per shape, so each shape must be tracked separately.
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How to Play
Three squares show a sequence; work out the rules that drive it.
Pick the fourth square from five options — only one satisfies every rule.
Rules reset every item: no cross-item learning, unlike Predict or Balloon.
20 items under a single 17-minute clock — pace yourself.
In the real assessment
The 20-round / 17-minute configuration is confirmed by multiple independent preparation sources. Note that employers configure the assessment and this task does not always appear in every battery.
Skills Assessed
Create a free account. Your first full attempt at each game and all results are free. A category pass unlocks replays.
Employer guides
Companies reported to use Patterns
Candidates report seeing Patterns 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.