ColecoVision · Music & Rhythm
Brain Strainers
Deep cut
| System | ColecoVision |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 |
| Genre | Music & Rhythm |
| Developer | Carousel Software |
| Publisher | Coleco Industries, Inc. |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Brain Strainers is a rhythm game released in 1984 for the ColecoVision, developed by Carousel Software and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..
It landed about 2 years into the ColecoVision's life. Other notable ColecoVision releases from 1984 include Dr. Seuss' Fix-Up the Mix-Up Puzzler, Threshold and Cabbage Patch Kids: Adventures in the Park.
Brain Strainers supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the ColecoVision hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you play on a TV with noticeable input lag
What playing Brain Strainers is like
Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.
Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.
Brain Strainers walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Brain Strainers.
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Playing ColecoVision games today
The ColecoVision's library is small but rich in faithful coin-op conversions, and homebrew developers still release new cartridges for it today.
Brain Strainers FAQ
When did Brain Strainers come out on the ColecoVision?
Brain Strainers was released for the ColecoVision in 1984.
Who made Brain Strainers?
It was developed by Carousel Software and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..
Is Brain Strainers multiplayer?
Yes. Brain Strainers supports up to 2 players.
How long does Brain Strainers take to play?
As a rhythm game, Brain Strainers typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Brain Strainers on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.