Brain Challenge DS box art

Nintendo DS · Puzzle

Brain Challenge

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SystemNintendo DS
GenrePuzzle
DeveloperGameloft
PublisherUbisoft
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Brain Challenge is a puzzle game released for the Nintendo DS, developed by Gameloft and published by Ubisoft.

Gameloft also made Asphalt: Urban GT, Brothers in Arms DS and Assassin's Creed: Altaïr's Chronicles for the DS.

Brain Challenge supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • 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 DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want story, exploration or action

What playing Brain Challenge is like

Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.

Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.

Brain Challenge gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Brain Challenge walkthroughs & guides

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Brain Challenge FAQ

Who made Brain Challenge?

It was developed by Gameloft and published by Ubisoft.

Is Brain Challenge multiplayer?

Yes. Brain Challenge supports up to 2 players.

How long does Brain Challenge take to play?

As a puzzle game, Brain Challenge 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 Challenge 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.

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