Mind-boggling chair illusion asks: can you spot the lighter in 30 seconds?
A floral chair hides a lighter in a viral optical puzzle on Reddit, prompting sharp-eyed viewers and witty reactions.
An optical illusion involving a floral chair left viewers perplexed on social media, as a lighter appears to blend into the cushions. The post asked followers to locate the lighter within 30 seconds, noting that the pattern could camouflage the object. The challenge circulated on Reddit in the FindTheSniper thread, posted by Impressive-Morning-5.
Participants were advised to search for the lighter and to use a hint: look for the red tip. The floral upholstery provides a camouflage effect that made the lighter hard to distinguish.
Online responses ranged from astonishment to humor, underscoring a broader online trend of viral optical puzzles that use everyday objects and patterns to test perception. One commenter wrote, "I was so confused when I found it, didn't even realize I was looking at it." Another added, "Below the flower at lower left of the seat. Good camouflage." A third said, "Sniped 1st try! It’s easy for a smoker to spot a lighter anywhere."
While the post drew laughs, it also highlighted how patterns can obscure everyday objects, turning a simple household item into a viral brain teaser. The exchange illustrates how social-media audiences engage with optical puzzles and share tips and commentary in real time.