Tricky optical phantasm ‘scares’ individuals who stare at crimson dot for 10 seconds
Creative optical illusions can really throw you off at times.
Some brainteasers are designed to test your intelligence, while others can really baffle your eyesight. Meanwhile, a few could even determine your personality traits.
Now, if your sense of patience is strong enough to tackle a vertigo-inducing puzzle, we’ve got one for you. On TikTok, user @Jayancl shared a detailed minute-long clip with some instructions.
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Your challenge? Attempt to locate the buffalo after focussing on the red dot for a mere few seconds. Sounds like a piece of cake right?
Surprisingly, according to a select group of viewers, they struggled to identify the “magic” hidden within the snap. But many were astounded and somewhat “terrified” by the outcome.
The individual featuring in the footage requests that viewers follow through the directions to not miss out on the ‘mystery’. They stated: “Believe me, you don’t want to miss this.
“I promise it will work just like magic. The longer you keep focus on the centre, the better the results.” According to the user, you’ll begin to notice items moving around.
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For effective results, you must double-click the video before maintaining an uninterrupted concentration and fixating on the central point without blinking.
After the 10 seconds, many users claimed it “worked”, while others didn’t see a thing. And some were just terrified as one wrote: “Aaaaah I am so scared.”
A second confidently stated: “It works.” So, did the illusion have you fooled? Let us know in the comments section below!
Regular puzzles can be good for you. A study by the University of Exeter and King’s College London found similar exercises could even improve brain function by a decade.
Experts also believe they encourage lateral thinking, which can keep us feeling creative and fulfilled. And there’s nothing more satisfying than tackling a new problem!
Previously, only people with “high IQs” can spot the hidden box within seven seconds in a brainteaser. Also only peoplewith “sharp eyes” can spot the odd cat.
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