If you've ever been to university and taken any kind of course, you'll likely remember the experience of launching a project into the real world. Whether it was a website, a social media initiative, or something else, most of these projects fade into obscurity. However, some defy the odds and achieve success, like Cognido.
Developed by university student David Schreiber, Cognido is a solo-developed multiplayer brain-training game. The game's unique feature is its fast-paced matches, allowing you to challenge your brain against friends and strangers in quick duels.
With an impressive 40,000 downloads, the success of Cognido is both remarkable and understandable. Many of us fondly remember Dr. Kawashima's brain training games, though Cognido's mascot, Nido—a squid-like character—doesn't quite match the friendly demeanor of the Japanese doctor.
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It's worth noting that Cognido isn't just a university-mandated project. Its availability in both free and premium versions suggests otherwise. To fully experience Cognido, a subscription is required, but you can also try it out with a free trial to see if it suits you.
A significant new update is currently in development, promising to bring even more content to Cognido, including the new Clash mode. This mode will allow you to compete in rounds with four to six players, determining who the last brain standing will be.
Puzzle enthusiasts are rarely content with just one way to challenge their minds. If Cognido leaves you craving more, consider exploring our list of the top 25 best puzzle games for Android and our equivalent list for iOS.