Imagine an illustration full of small houses, all in the same tone. Roof tiles, balconies, windows… A true visual mess . And in the middle of it all, a cat. Not disguised or camouflaged, no: simply a cat that blends perfectly into the background. The result? No matter how long you stare at the image, you often miss it.

Some internet users claim it took them over five minutes to find it. Others, more observant or lucky, swear they spotted it in seconds. And that’s the point: everyone perceives a scene differently. Sometimes, all it takes is a single click for an image to take on a whole new meaning… and the cat appears as if by magic!

Tips on how to spot someone who doesn’t stand out (without cheating, of course)

If you’re stuck, here are some tips to help you, but without providing a ready-made solution ( we like to play fair, right? ):

Take your time. Don’t just glance. Look in every corner.
Look for repeating elements: an anomaly may lead you to the right track.
Look away for a few seconds, then return to the image. Sometimes your brain just needs a moment to relax .
Finally, change your perspective: move a little further away from the screen or zoom in. This can make a huge difference!

A viral success that unites people… and gets people talking about it

This kind of visual challenge isn’t just a game: it’s also a real social phenomenon. Reaction videos are proliferating on TikTok. On Facebook, comments are pouring in: “Where’s the damn cat?” , “I saw it in 3 seconds, did you?” , and even “I called my boyfriend to help me… and he found it right away!” In short, it brings smiles, intrigues, and above all, builds connections between users .