# Cognition-Testing Recruitment Games The U.S. Air Force's E.C.H.O. is an Interactive Experience By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-02-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-echo References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/413088/US-Air-Force-s-Interactive-Game-Checks-If-You-Have-The-Right-Skills-For-Its-Team/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+designtaxi_news+%28TAXI+Daily+News%29) & [airforceecho](https://airforceecho.com/) Those who are wondering if they have what it takes to join the [U.S. Air Force](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/attack-aircraft) can see if their skills are up to par with the U.S. Air Force E.C.H.O. (Enhanced Cognitive Human Ops.) program. The [interactive gaming experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamified-recruitment1) challenges players to use the cognitive skills that are in practice every day, such as focus, composure and reaction. As Air Force Recruiting Service national events chief Major Jason Wyche describes, "While the Air Force has the most advanced technology in the world, an Airman’s cognitive skills are still the key to effectively employing that technology." The gaming experience kicks off with an explanation of what it takes to be in the program, plus tasks like Track & React, a challenge that tests for accuracy and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cognition-testing Recruitment Games:** Interactive cognitive testing recruitment games that challenge skills like focus and reaction time. - **Digital Recruitment Tools:** The creation and use of digital tools in recruitment processes. - **Gamification for Recruitment:** Integration of game mechanics in recruitment processes to improve candidate engagement. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Military Recruitment:** Utilizing technology and interactive gaming experiences for recruitment purposes within the military. - **Gaming Industry:** Designing and developing cognitive-testing games that can be integrated into recruitment processes. - **HR Tech:** Developing and providing digital recruitment tools that enhance the candidate experience and streamline processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cognitive Training Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/train-the-brain.md) - [Cognitive Training Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raxup.md) - [Cognitive Fitness Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelliboost.md) - [AI-Generated Guessing Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-or-ai.md) - [Cognitive Break Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memory-game1.md) - [AI Image Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-or-real.md) - [Daily Brain Training Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-brain-training.md) - [Science-Based Gaming Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skillprint.md) - [VR-Powered ADHD Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vr-eyetracking-game.md)