Pulse Tap

How to play

1. Select “Let’s pulse” to begin.
2. Watch the orange pulse grow out from the centre of the game.
3. When it touches the teal ring, tap the game, use the tap button, or press Space.
4. Tapping too early, or letting the pulse pass the ring, costs one of your three lives.

Scoring

A perfect hit, with the pulse right on the ring, earns 2 points. A good hit, inside the shaded band around the ring, earns 1 point.

The ring changes size every round and the pulse speeds up as your score rises. Reach 30 for a steady hand and 75 for perfect rhythm. Your personal best is saved in this browser when storage is available.

Tips for a better run

• Watch the gap between the pulse and the ring, not the pulse itself.
• Check where the ring is before each pulse starts — it moves every round.
• If you keep tapping early, wait until the pulse fills the shaded band.
• A good hit is always better than a miss, so don’t gamble on perfect when the pulse is fast.

Frequently asked questions

Can I play on my phone?

Yes. Tap anywhere on the game or use the large tap button under it.

Why did I lose a life without tapping?

Letting the pulse grow past the ring counts as a miss, just like tapping too early.

Can I pause?

On a keyboard, press Escape. The game also pauses when you leave the browser tab.

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