You have 35 minutes for four logic games, which means roughly 8-9 minutes per game if you want to attempt all four. However, a smarter strategy is to identify which game types you're strongest at and tackle those first, saving harder games for last or skipping them strategically. A tutor can help you develop a personalized pacing plan based on your strengths and teach you to recognize game types quickly so you allocate time wisely.

Most students see significant improvement once they master the game types and develop systematic diagramming techniques—often gaining 5-10 points within 4-8 weeks of focused practice. The key is consistent work: students who practice games regularly and learn to spot patterns typically improve faster than those who study sporadically. Your starting point matters too; students new to logic games often see faster gains than those already scoring in the mid-range.

The biggest mistakes are rushing through the setup (which leads to errors throughout), not testing all answer choices systematically, and trying to memorize games instead of understanding the underlying logic. Students also often waste time on overly complicated diagrams when simpler ones work better, or they freeze on unfamiliar game types instead of applying their core reasoning skills. A tutor can identify which mistakes you're making and teach you the efficient techniques that top performers use.

A solid approach is to work through 2-3 games per session, 3-4 times per week, focusing on accuracy over speed initially. Once you're consistently getting games right, you can increase the pace to build speed. Most students benefit from mixing untimed practice (to master the logic) with timed practice (to build test-day stamina). A tutor can create a customized study plan that fits your timeline and gradually increases difficulty as your skills improve.

Different game types benefit from different approaches: sequencing games usually need a linear diagram, grouping games often use slots or grids, and matching games typically work with a table. The key is learning which diagram style matches each game type and practicing until the setup becomes automatic. Rather than trying to figure out the perfect diagram on test day, tutors teach you to recognize patterns and apply proven templates that save time and reduce errors.

Building confidence comes from mastery—the more games you practice and understand, the less anxiety you'll feel on test day. Tutors help by teaching you to recognize game types instantly, giving you a sense of control and predictability. They also teach you to skip a difficult game strategically rather than panic, which removes the pressure to solve every problem. Practicing full timed sections regularly also helps desensitize you to the time pressure so it feels less overwhelming.

Look for someone with deep LSAT experience who can explain the logic clearly and adapt their teaching to your learning style. They should help you identify which game types are your weak spots and teach you efficient diagramming techniques rather than just working through problems. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in logic games and understand the specific challenges Springfield students face when preparing for law school admissions.