Only 1% of people can solve brainteaser with hidden message leaves many baffled

This challenging brainteaser can reportedly only be cracked by one per cent of viewers - are you able to spot the hidden message in the image?

The picture, which initially appears to show a collection of three-dimensional shapes, has been puzzling social media users since the riddle was posted online. The image, uploaded by TikTok user Hectic Nick, dares viewers to identify the text concealed amongst the series of black shapes.

Nick, who regularly shares puzzles and brainteasers for his social media followers to solve, explained: "Only one per cent of people can read what's hidden in this image. Here's a hint, try closing your eyes about 90 per cent and you might be able to read it. Send this to a friend and see what they do."

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The picture left numerous viewers stumped, with some heading to the comments to request assistance whilst others found it laughably straightforward.

One exasperated user commented: "I have really Bad eyes, I can't see it," to which another responded provided a hint: "Look at it from a side angle and you can see it." A third boasted: "I can read it, without doing anything." If you're struggling to decode the image, continue reading for the solution.

Meanwhile, in another puzzle shared with TikTok users, Hectic Nick challenged his followers to identify the error in this image, and the quicker you can manage it the better.

Those who can detect the mistake in five seconds or less should congratulate themselves with a pat on the back. Brainteasers and puzzles like this one not only test your focus and perception, but also challenge your ability to quickly analyse details.

As an increasing number of people turn to online brainteasers for entertainment and mental stimulation, they may also be enhancing their memory function, observational skills, and cognitive abilities simultaneously.

Stress and anxietyas well as ageing can all lead to the deterioration of your memory function. Keeping your thinking flexible by playing puzzles, reading and taking on new activities can help stave off this degradation. That said, it's just as important to maintain an active lifestyle to support brain health.

Now, back to the solution for the original image puzzle. If you examine the white gaps between the shapes you'll discover they spell out the words BAD EYES.