Dual Task Challenge

Handle color matching AND cognitive questions simultaneously. Test your divided attention and multitasking prowess!

SELECT DIFFICULTY

20

Easy

2 task types, 4s per trial

30

Medium

3 task types, 3s per trial

40

Hard

3 task types, 2.5s per trial

HOW TO PLAY

  1. Dual Task Challenge - Handle two different tasks at the same time!
  2. Visual Task: See a target color and select the matching color from options
  3. Cognitive Task: Answer a math, logic, or pattern question (True or False)
  4. You must complete both tasks simultaneously for maximum score
  5. Click a color, then click True or False to submit your answers
  6. Bonus points awarded for getting both tasks correct
  7. Tests your divided attention and multitasking ability

About Dual Task Challenge

The Dual Task Challenge is the ultimate test of divided attention and multitasking ability. Unlike single-task tests, you must simultaneously handle two independent tasks: matching a visual color AND answering a cognitive question (math, logic, or pattern). This measures your brain's ability to allocate attention resources across multiple streams of information - a critical skill for modern multitasking environments. Most people show performance decline in dual-task conditions, revealing the true limits of parallel processing.

Game Features

3 Difficulty Levels
More task types and faster pacing at higher levels
Two Simultaneous Tasks
Visual color matching + cognitive questions
Multitasking Metrics
Detailed dual-task performance analysis

Scoring System

Color Correct
50 pts
Question Correct
50 pts
Both Correct Bonus
+100 pts
Speed Bonus
Up to +50
Maximum Per Trial:
  • Both tasks correct + fast response = 250 points
  • Only one task correct = 50 points
  • Both tasks wrong = -50 points (penalty)

The bonus for completing both tasks correctly reflects the additional cognitive cost of dual-task coordination. Speed bonuses only apply when both tasks are successfully completed.

Training Benefits

Divided Attention
Split focus across multiple information streams
Task Switching
Rapidly shift between different cognitive processes
Cognitive Load Management
Handle multiple demands without overload
Working Memory
Maintain multiple pieces of information actively
Attention Control
Allocate limited attention resources strategically
Parallel Processing
Execute multiple cognitive operations concurrently

Performance Tips

  • 1
    Process both tasks in parallel - don't focus on one at the expense of the other
  • 2
    Develop a rhythm - visual first, then cognitive, or vice versa
  • 3
    Practice reduces cognitive load as tasks become more automatic
  • 4
    Both tasks must be correct to earn maximum points - balance is key
  • 5
    Speed matters, but only when both tasks are successfully completed

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1
What is dual-task performance?
Dual-task performance measures how well you can handle two independent tasks simultaneously. Most people show performance decline in dual-task conditions compared to single-task performance, revealing the limits of attention and parallel processing capabilities.
Q2
What are the two tasks I need to complete?
Visual task: Match the target color from 4 color options. Cognitive task: Answer true/false questions (math, logic, or pattern problems). You must complete BOTH tasks for each trial to maximize your score.
Q3
How do difficulty levels differ?
Easy: 20 trials, math & logic questions, 4s per trial. Medium: 30 trials, adds pattern questions, 3s per trial. Hard: 40 trials, all question types, 2.5s per trial. Higher difficulties add cognitive variety and time pressure.
Q4
Why is dual-task training important?
Modern life constantly demands divided attention - driving while navigating, listening while note-taking, cooking while supervising. Training dual-task performance improves attention allocation, working memory capacity, and the ability to handle cognitive overload in real-world multitasking situations.
Q5
How can I improve my dual-task performance?
Practice both tasks until they become more automatic (reducing cognitive load). Develop a systematic approach for processing both streams of information. Stay calm under time pressure. With training, your brain becomes more efficient at allocating attention resources across multiple demands.