Brain Games - Left vs Right | Game Brain

"Brain Games - Left vs Right" is a puzzle-based game offering fun memory and mind challenges with compelling graphics. However, the game's experience is hindered by an excessive amount of ads. The game's description touts it as featuring humorous puzzles designed to test your cognitive abilities in various ways. Players seeking to stimulate their mental prowess while enjoying colorful visuals may appreciate this game, despite the intrusive ads.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics15 positive mentions

monetization265 negative mentions

The game offers a variety of unique and engaging brain training exercises that challenge different cognitive skills.
Many users report improvements in memory, focus, and cognitive function after regular use of the app.
The option to unlock additional content by watching ads instead of paying for a subscription is appreciated by many players.

The app frequently prompts users to rate it, which can be annoying and disrupts gameplay.
Many users express frustration with the number of ads, which can interrupt the gaming experience.
Some games have unclear instructions, leading to confusion and incorrect answers.

monetization
278 mentions
4 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ads, which many users find intrusive and excessive, often interrupting gameplay with long, unskippable advertisements. While some players appreciate the option to watch ads for premium features instead of paying, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the frequency and duration of ads, leading to a diminished gaming experience. A significant number of users express a desire for a more balanced approach, such as a premium version with fewer ads or a donation model.
- “After just one day, I upgraded to the lifetime VIP pass, which I think is well worth it for unlimited games and no ads.”
- “I loved that the no ad version wasn't all ads and hard to navigate like other games.”
- “Really good, easy to use, and no ads. I like the cute faces and colors in the games.”
- “Unfortunately, if you play the free version long enough, listening to the ads to unlock the full training options, eventually it simply refuses to connect to those videos.”
- “The ads make it difficult to close out since I have an S8 with no actual home button on the screen.”
- “This game is good but I don't like to watch the ads to play the game.”
graphics
45 mentions
33 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and colorful, appealing to players who appreciate a clean aesthetic that avoids clutter. While some users find the visuals charming and suitable for the gameplay, others criticize them as outdated and in need of improvement, likening them to early smartphone apps. Overall, the simplicity of the graphics is seen as both a strength and a limitation, with many players enjoying the fun and engaging challenges despite the lack of high-definition visuals.
- “The graphics are amazing, it helps with reflexes (which I need some help with!) and it is educational (it has an option on one of the categories which helps you to answer calculations quicker.) This game is a definite choice!”
- “The graphics are colorful, big enough to see on my screen, and I like that a lot of the games have circles too.”
- “Honestly pretty fun, I'm always laughing at my performance and the cute graphics.”
- “Could use better visuals and higher definition graphics as it feels like it's an app made for a smartphone from 2012.”
- “Graphics are poor and the constant adverts are a distraction away from brain training, which defeats the object of the app.”
- “Graphics need an update.”
gameplay
14 mentions
43 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for being solid, enjoyable, and dynamic, with many users noting its potential to enhance mental sharpness. While some minor glitches were mentioned, the gameplay is described as addicting and engaging, with a variety of challenges that keep players looking forward to more. Suggestions for improvement include the addition of music to enhance the experience.
- “Solid 👍👍 4 uniquely designed gameplay, clearly engineered to work out, strengthen, & maintain overall mental sharpness!”
- “Excellent gameplay, enjoyable and makes me think.”
- “The gameplay is addicting and I feel like it really does improve your brain power.”
- “Some minor glitches in gameplay.”
- “Gun gameplay so far.”
- “There's a lot of gameplay, but I'm already looking forward to tomorrow's challenge.”
stability
10 mentions
20 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
80 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some users report a smooth experience with no significant issues, others encounter minor glitches and occasional freezes, particularly when interacting incorrectly. Despite these problems, many still find the game enjoyable.
- “There are absolutely no glitches or problems; although there shouldn't be any due to the low graphic activity, I find its beauty in its simplicity.”
- “I just downloaded it, and it runs great! 👍”
- “When you choose the wrong answer but continue to tap on the screen, the game just freezes.”
- “Too buggy.”
- “And lately it's had some glitches.”
music
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Reviews on the music aspect of the game are mixed; while some players appreciate the absence of music, others express a desire for background tunes to enhance their experience. Many suggest that incorporating relaxing or classical music could improve gameplay, particularly for those who enjoy a musical atmosphere while playing. Overall, the feedback indicates that while the game is enjoyable, a more engaging audio experience could elevate it further.
- “Entertaining! You should listen to music while playing; it makes it better.”
- “I feel smarter! You should listen to some classical music while playing.”
- “Addictive game! Love it, wish it had meditation music playing as well...”
- “Nice app 👍 just miss a chill background music and a little bit more entertainment.”
- “Maybe you can add relaxing or energetic music to improve the gameplay.”
- “Addictive game love it wish it had meditation music playing as well...”
humor
9 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it both entertaining and engaging, often laughing at their own performance and the cute graphics. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its funny characters and situations, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “Honestly pretty fun, I'm always laughing at my performance and the cute graphics.”
- “It is so funny and improves your brain abilities.”
- “This is really great; funny and nice.”
optimization
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The optimization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating the potential for performance tracking through various statistics and visual aids, such as pie charts and bars. However, some players express concerns about performance anxiety and the requirement to sign up for detailed score analysis, although they find the game enjoyable and beneficial for mental exercise. Overall, it is seen as a fun tool for enhancing cognitive abilities.
- “Amazing game that boosts the performance of both your cerebral hemispheres!”
- “I use it to stretch my mind every day, and it has helped me increase my mental performance!”
- “More stats should come into play, such as average time to solve, success ratio, average score, pie charts, and bars describing performance should be available.”
- “However, to track your scores and analyze your performance, you will have to sign up. There is an option to view your score for the day by watching a small advertisement, which can be quite frustrating.”
- “One very big problem is that it makes me, at least, feel performance anxious.”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally supportive, providing relaxation and a distraction from stress and responsibilities. It engages users with simple exercises, although some technical issues with touch sensitivity can detract from the experience. Overall, it is appreciated for its wholesome and engaging nature.
- “I like this game so much because it helps me relax whenever I get really emotional and stressed out due to my responsibilities.”
- “Thank you for such an engaging and wholesome game!”
- “Great simple exercises.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game for its varied and short activities, which strike a balance between being engaging and avoiding tedium. While some find it tantalizing, others note that it can become tedious over time. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as fun and beneficial for learning.
- “It's tantalizing and tedious and fun.”
story
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is overshadowed by a design flaw that obscures the phone's back button, making it difficult for players to exit the game. This issue detracts from the overall experience, despite the app's otherwise great design.