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Scatter Schulte

1, then 16, then 2, then 15… and the numbers aren't in rows.

How to play

  1. 1Sixteen numbers are scattered freely — no grid to scan along.
  2. 2Tap them alternating from both ends: 1, 16, 2, 15, 3, 14 and so on.
  3. 3The prompt always shows what's next. Fastest time wins.

How to play

  1. 01Sixteen numbers are scattered freely — no grid to scan along.
  2. 02Tap them alternating from both ends: 1, 16, 2, 15, 3, 14 and so on.
  3. 03The prompt always shows what's next. Fastest time wins.

Why it works

Two things make this harder than a plain Schulte table. Free positions remove the row-by-row sweep, so you cannot fall into a scanning rhythm. And alternating between both ends means you hold two separate counters at once, switching between them on every single tap.

FAQ

What's a good time?
Under 30 seconds is solid and under 22 is sharp. If you're over a minute, try the classic 5×5 table first.
Any strategy?
Locate the next high number while you're still reaching for the low one. Searching from scratch after every tap is what costs the time.

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