PwC Arctic Shores Practice
Comprehensive preparation guide for PwC's Arctic Shores assessment
Assessment Time
~15 min
~3 minutes per game
Games Included
4-6 games
Cognitive & behavioral
Difficulty
Moderate
Practice recommended
About PwC's Game-Based Assessment
PwC uses game-based assessments as part of their graduate and experienced hire recruitment. According to PwC, each game takes approximately three minutes to complete and the full assessment should take no more than 15 minutes. The games are designed based on traditional psychometric tests and measure several different skills and abilities in an interactive way. They appear as part of PwC's online screening stage, alongside a personality questionnaire and sometimes a video interview.
What the Games Measure
- Cognitive processing speed and accuracy
- Risk and reward decision-making
- Working memory and attention
- Emotional recognition and social awareness
- Behavioral patterns aligned with PwC's values
PwC Roles Using Game Assessments
Graduate Programmes
- Assurance
- Consulting
- Deals
- Tax
Experienced Hire
- Technology Consulting
- Risk Assurance
- Strategy Consulting
- Digital Services
How CogniPrep Helps
Even though PwC's game assessment is short, the games feel unfamiliar the first time. Practicing beforehand means you spend less mental energy figuring out the mechanics and more on performing well. CogniPrep gives you unlimited access to all 14 Arctic Shores game simulations so you can build speed, reduce anxiety, and go into PwC's assessment knowing exactly what to expect.
Top Tips
It's short — but don't underestimate it
At ~15 minutes, PwC's game assessment is one of the shorter ones. That means every game counts. There's no time to recover from a slow start, so practice until the formats feel natural.
Prepare for the personality questionnaire too
PwC combines the games with a personality questionnaire. Your game results and questionnaire responses are reviewed together, so consistency matters.
Find a quiet environment
Even short assessments require full concentration. Interruptions during a 3-minute game can meaningfully affect your score.
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Begin PwC Assessment PracticeFrequently Asked Questions
How long is PwC's game-based assessment?
PwC states that each game takes approximately 3 minutes, and the full assessment should take no more than 15 minutes. It is completed online as part of PwC's early screening stage.
Can I retake PwC's assessment?
Generally you need to wait 6-12 months before reapplying. Check directly with PwC recruitment for the latest guidance on their retake policy.
Is there a pass/fail score?
There is no single passing score. PwC matches your cognitive and behavioral profile to the requirements of the specific role and line of service you've applied for.