An infuriating new puzzler has got even the quick-eyed puzzlers scratching their heads.
Can you spot the skull hidden among the pile of carved pumpkins?
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Riddlers are tasked with spotting a skull hidden among a row of pumpkinsCredit: Instantprint
The intricate mind-twisting device was created by UK-based printing company Instantprint ahead of Halloween.
There is a record of 15 seconds to beat, and many puzzlers have given up the quest after running out of time.
You probably have superior observational skills and sharp eyesight if you can solve the challenge.
Set a timer to test yourself and think strategically.
Think you’ve already spotted a skull among a row of pumpkins?
You’re easily distracted by other unusual Halloween elements, including a zombie hand, a spooky tree, a cross, and a tombstone.
Most of the objects in the picture are of similar colors and shapes which deceives the mind.
Brainstorming requires the ability to pay attention to even the smallest details.
Here’s a tip: the skull’s eyes are round in shape.
If you still can’t spot the skull among the pumpkin in the busy scene, scroll down for the solution.
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A skull can be seen in the upper right corner with round eyes and no handle Credit: Instantprint
The skull fits, but you can spot it in the upper right corner with round eyes and no handle.
The puzzle is the latest in a series of challenges designed to test even the sharpest minds.
You might have a high IQ if you can spot a scarf hidden among multicolored fallen leaves and pumpkins.
Women’s fashion retailer Quiz has come up with a clever brain teaser to keep people busy as they enjoy cozy nights in this season.
Players have only 30 seconds to spot the hidden scarf in the busy picture.
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Riddlers are tasked with spotting a scarf in a busy autumn sceneCredit: QUIZ
It’s easy to get distracted by the incredible array of seasonal items, including leaves and cinnamon sticks.
Many people overlooked the scarf even though it was hidden in plain sight.
Think you’ve found a scarf yet?
Here’s a hint: the piece of clothing may be the only item in the picture that doesn’t have rounded edges.
If you’re still struggling to find the jokes, scroll down for the solution below.
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The scarf is clearly visible towards the middle of the picture Credits: QUIZ
If you breezed through those two challenges, the third puzzle might finally leave you confused.
Can you spot the treat-filled pumpkin among the colorful Halloween decorations?
Online Mortgage Advisor included scary ghosts, zombies and cats to make it difficult for puzzlers to focus while solving their optical illusion.
Don’t forget to set the timer because you have to beat the record of nine seconds.
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Riddlers are tasked with spotting a treat-filled pumpkin in a Halloween-themed challengeCredit: Online Mortgage Advisor
Even the most cryptic, hawk-eyed riddlers admitted that they failed to spot the pumpkin before they ran out of time.
Knowing where to start looking for a pumpkin can be extremely difficult.
Try to focus on the outer edges of the image and try not to be distracted by the ghosts’ random facial expressions.
Here’s a tip: take a closer look at the top right.
If you can’t solve the challenge, scroll down to check your guess against the solution.
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A pumpkin full of treats can be seen in the upper right corner of the image Credit: Online Mortgage Advisor
Categories: Optical Illusion
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