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Retro Patterns

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What comes next in the pattern?

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About Retro Patterns

Give your mind a gentle workout with Retro Patterns: 15 pattern puzzles, free to play in your browser. Spot the pattern in these blasts from the past — years, prices, and vintage rhythms! It's designed for comfortable reading and relaxed, pressure-free play.

A few patterns to crack

  1. 1. 1950, 1955, 1960, 1965, ?

    Answer: The years increase by 5: 1950, 1955, 1960, 1965, 1970.

  2. 2. 📻, 📺, 📻, 📺, ?

    Answer: Radio and television take turns — radio comes next.

  3. 3. 5¢, 10¢, 15¢, 20¢, ?

    Answer: The price climbs a nickel at a time: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 cents.

Frequently asked questions

Is Retro Patterns free to play?

Yes. Retro Patterns — like every game on SeniorBrainGames — is completely free, with no sign-up, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded.

How big is Retro Patterns?

Retro Patterns includes 15 pattern puzzles. You can play through as much or as little as you like in a sitting, and replay it any time for more practice.

Do I need to be fast or sign in to play Retro Patterns?

No. There's no timer rushing you and no account required. Retro Patterns uses large, high-contrast text and works on phones, tablets, and computers, so you can play comfortably at your own pace.

What's a good follow-up after Retro Patterns?

If you enjoyed Retro Patterns, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions refreshed every 24 hours that count toward your streak — or explore more nostalgia trivia for a similar style of game.

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