When it comes to esports success, many people first think of a pro-level mouse or a high-end PC. But the real difference doesn’t come from hardware – it comes from gamer skills. These are the abilities every professional player develops, and without them, it’s impossible to reach the top.
The BARD platform was created to objectively measure and improve these gamer skills through mini-games. Let’s take a look at the 7 most important esports skills that every pro player practices.
1. Reaction time – the power of lightning-fast reflexes
Good reaction time is the foundation of every shooter or MOBA game. Quick reflexes can decide the outcome of a clutch moment.
On BARD, Audio Reflex, Button Smash and Quickfire Challenge reveal how well you can instantly react to unexpected situations.
2. Hand-eye coordination – the secret of precise aiming
Hand-eye coordination ensures that the information your eyes perceive translates into accurate movements by your hands.
BARD’s Aim Cyber Shot, Minute Mastery, Aim Micro Shot, Meteor Mastery, Shoot What You Can games measure how precise you are when both speed and accuracy are required.
3. Logical thinking – strategy and problem-solving
Esports isn’t only about reflexes – good decisions are just as critical. Logical thinking helps you assess situations and plan ahead.
BARD’s Box Mover is a logic-based game that shows how quickly and effectively you can solve problems under pressure.
4. Multitasking – managing multiple tasks at once
One of the most important gamer skills is multitasking. During matches you must simultaneously follow the map, the strategy, your teammates, and your opponents.
BARD’s Mega Mind Maneuver, Aim Keystrike, Aim Keystrike Trio, Dual Meteor Mastery and Hold The Wall tests measure exactly this: how well you can manage several processes in parallel.
5. Quick decision-making – time is a luxury
A key skill of pro players is the ability to make quick decisions when there’s no time to think.
On BARD, Arlenas’s Rush and Screen Sentiel push you to choose instantly – and show how reliable your decision-making is under pressure.
6. Perception – awareness and focus
Perception is the skill that helps you hear enemy footsteps, notice small changes on the minimap, or spot movement in the background.
BARD’s perception-based games reveal how quickly your brain processes visual and auditory information.
7. Fine motor skills – the strength of precise movements
Fine motor skills are the small, controlled movements that give you perfect control in-game.
BARD’s Mind Snap and Flash Image Match games show how well you can perform detailed, accurate movements even under high pressure.
Why is developing gamer skills important?
The BARD platform is not just a game – it’s an objective measurement tool that shows you exactly which gamer skills are your strengths and where you still have room to improve. Your progress is tracked through detailed statistics, graphs, and analyses – so you don’t just feel improvement, you can prove it.
Try it now – completely free!
All BARD features are now available without any subscription:
- Test your 7 gamer skills
- Play playlists and challenges
- Track leaderboards and your progress with graphs
- Get instant feedback on your playstyle
Register now, try it for free, and prove that you’re the best!
