ThinkSmart (Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi)
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Brain trainer game poses too much challenge for young kids.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that ThinkSmart is far too mentally challenging for players under 12. It's likely to pose a major challenge to most adults. Younger players should definitely stick to this game's sister title, ThinkSmart Kids.
Educational value:
The entire game is meant as a brain exercise. There are many math-related challenges, as well as a big focus on pattern recognition and spacial relations. Some of the lessons are more abstract, however.
Positive role models:
The Einstein-like emcee is a positive role model in his constant push to make you hone your mental and intellectual skills. He never seems satisfied with your score, though.
Ease of play:
There's also a separate ThinkSmart Kids version -- and if you play this one, you'll understand why they needed it. This non-kids version is hard. In the realm of brain-training games, the questions here stand among the most difficult you'll find. Even people who did pretty well in school shouldn't expect to jump into this game with no problems.
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