HireVue Game-Based Assessment: Product Overview

Assessment Structure

Two-part evaluation combining cognitive games and video interview responses

Total Duration: 30-45 minutes
Total Evaluation Points: 95-110 across all sections

Section 1: Video Interview

Format: Pre-recorded behavioral responses

Components:

• 3-5 interview questions
• 30 seconds prep time per question
• 2-3 minutes response time
• 10-15 minutes total

Evaluated On:

• Communication clarity and structure
• STAR method demonstration (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
• Professional presence
• Role alignment and motivation

Section 2: Three Cognitive Games

Game 1: Shapedance

Pattern Recognition & Visual Processing

• Duration: 8-10 minutes | Levels: 15-20 | Challenges: 35-40
• Identify and select all cubes with matching shape patterns
• Increasing complexity: more shapes, rotating cubes, shorter time limits
• Measures: Visual processing speed, pattern recognition, attention to detail, spatial reasoning

Game 2: Digitspan

Working Memory & Recall

• Duration: 6-8 minutes | Levels: 15-18 | Challenges: 30-35
• Memorize sequences of letters/numbers (2-9 characters)
• Reproduce exact sequence using keypad interface
• Progressive difficulty with longer sequences
• Measures: Working memory capacity, sequential processing, concentration, information retention

Game 3: Portrait

Social & Emotional Intelligence

• Duration: 6-8 minutes | Challenges: 25-30
• Emotion recognition and facial analysis tasks
• Measures: Social perception, emotional intelligence, interpersonal awareness

Key Features

Adaptive Technology:

• Difficulty adjusts based on real-time performance
• Ensures appropriate challenge level for all candidates

Time Pressure Simulation:

• Countdown timers on each level
• Mimics workplace decision-making under pressure

User-Friendly Design:

• Mobile and desktop compatible
• Intuitive interface with clear instructions
• Pause functionality available
• Visual progress tracking

Scientific Scoring:

• Automated algorithmic evaluation
• Percentile rankings against benchmark groups
• Multiple metrics per game (accuracy, speed, consistency)
• Combined cognitive and behavioral profile

Employer Deliverables

Comprehensive Reports Include:

• Overall cognitive ability score with individual game breakdowns
• Processing speed and accuracy metrics
• Video interview competency ratings
• Strengths and development areas
• Comparative candidate rankings
• Role-specific fit recommendations

Ideal Applications

✓ Graduate and entry-level recruitment
✓ High-volume hiring campaigns
✓ Roles requiring learning agility and cognitive flexibility
✓ Remote candidate screening
✓ Fair, objective initial assessment stage
✓ Positions emphasizing problem-solving and adaptability