Introduction
The Hasbro Gaming Simon Handheld Electronic Memory Game is a classic electronic game designed to challenge memory and reaction time. Players observe and repeat sequences of flashing lights and sounds by pressing the corresponding colored pads. The game progressively increases in difficulty, offering an engaging experience for individuals and groups.
Image: The Simon game unit displayed in its retail box.
Safety Information
WARNING: This toy is not suitable for ages under 3 years. It contains one or more of the following items: marbles, small ball, or small parts, which may pose a choking hazard.
What's in the Box
- One (1) Simon game unit
- One (1) Instruction manual
Setup
Battery Installation
The Simon game requires 1 'A' battery, which is included with the unit. To install or replace batteries:
- Locate the battery compartment on the underside of the Simon game unit.
- Using a Phillips head screwdriver (not included), loosen the screw on the battery compartment cover.
- Remove the cover.
- Insert the 'A' battery, ensuring correct polarity (+/-) as indicated inside the compartment.
- Replace the battery compartment cover and tighten the screw.
Note: Always use fresh batteries of the same type. Do not mix old and new batteries, or different types of batteries.
Image: The Simon game unit, ready for play.
Operating Instructions: How to Play
The Simon game challenges players to remember and repeat increasingly complex sequences of lights and sounds.
Starting the Game
- Press the power button located on the center of the game unit to turn it on.
- The game will emit a starting sound and begin a sequence of flashing lights.
Gameplay
- Watch: Observe the sequence of lights that flash on the four colored pads (red, blue, green, yellow). Each light is accompanied by a distinct sound.
- Remember: Memorize the order of the flashing lights and sounds.
- Repeat: Press the colored pads in the exact order they flashed.
- If the sequence is repeated correctly, the game will add another light to the sequence, making it longer and more challenging.
- If an incorrect pad is pressed, or if the sequence is not completed within the allotted time, the game will emit a
