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Games for Improving Memory and Concentration

Last updated: May 8, 2019

Looking for a way to help your child focus? Try some of the games -- they make learning how to use your memory fun.

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Big Brain Academy

age 8+

Families compete for "weightiest" brain.

Nintendo DS (2006)
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GAME

Big Brain Academy: Wii Degree

age 8+

Thinking games become a party activity on the Wii.

Nintendo Wii (2007)
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GAME

Brain Age: Train Your Brain in Minutes a Day

age 8+

Get sharp with this fun, smart game for families.

Nintendo DS (2006)
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Brain Age 2: More Training in Minutes a Day!

age 9+

Brainteasers for everyone from grandma to junior.

Nintendo DS (2007)
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GAME

Brain Age Express: Arts & Letters

age 9+

DSi-only download game focuses on language and drawing.

Nintendo DSi (2009)
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GAME

Puzzler Mind Gym 3D

age 9+

Collection of mental challenges is hard but rewarding.

Nintendo 3DS (2011)
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American Mensa Academy

age 10+

"Brain-training" mini-games cover math, reasoning, logic.

Nintendo 3DS , Nintendo Wii , Windows (2012)
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Puzzler World 2012 3D

age 10+

1,200+ puzzle collection offers variety and challenge.

Nintendo 3DS (2012)
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GAME

Smart As...

age 10+

Playful brain workout provides social media bragging rights.

PlayStation Vita (2012)
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