Brain Age: Concentration Training

 3DS
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 21
  3. Negative: 2 out of 21
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  1. Gaming Nexus
    Mar 8, 2013
    85
    While I did enjoy Brain Age: Concentration Training and still train every day with it, there are some aspects I didn’t enjoy. Some of the Devilish Trainings can be just downright tedious and off-putting at times while the game’s handwriting recognition could use a bit of work. However, if you can train enough days to unlock some of the other types of training, it can still be a fun experience.
  2. GamingTrend
    Feb 11, 2013
    82
    Launching for $35 USD, Brain Age is a bit pricy for what it delivers. But for that price you get a variety of different games that will truly challenge your mind, record your progress, and give you a serious sense of accomplishment if you actually manage to claw your way up in terms of performance.
  3. Worth Playing
    Apr 18, 2013
    80
    Aside from the useless Relaxation Mode, Brain Age: Concentration Training is a pretty solid entry in the Brain Age series. It doesn't make exceptional use of the 3DS hardware, since the 3-D effect doesn't amount to much when graphics consist of simple shapes and text.
  5. Nintendo Life
    Feb 11, 2013
    80
    Brain Age: Concentration Training takes Nintendo's cerebellum-enhancing series onto the 3DS in style. It boasts a wealth of content, smart presentation, and loads more charm than you'd expect from a brain-training game.
  6. GamesRadar+
    Feb 8, 2013
    80
    The game features a nice array of fun and challenging mental exercises that will push your working memory to its limits, and its improved presentation makes the whole experience much more personal.
  7. IGN
    Feb 8, 2013
    78
    If you think you’d have enough concentration to be able to endure those quirks, though, Concentration Training could very well help you overcome the many distractions in your life.
  8. Vandal
    Aug 2, 2017
    75
    It won’t have the same impact the first Brain Training had, but it is a nice collection of mini games, and a good choice for players who enjoy challenging their minds.
  9. Gamer.nl
    Jul 31, 2017
    75
    This might not be a traditional game, it does include a pretty great collection of creative ways to challenge your brain.
  10. NintendoWorldReport
    Feb 11, 2013
    75
    Overall, it's a well-rounded experience that works well as an educational tool, and makes a point to appeal to a player’s mindset by constantly offering rewards for a job well done.

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#29 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2013
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#35 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2013

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 26
  3. Negative: 5 out of 26
  1. ExprS
    Feb 11, 2013
    9
    Another great instalment of this serie. This time it has a lot of improved features, it's more beautiful, fully voiced, has more interestingAnother great instalment of this serie. This time it has a lot of improved features, it's more beautiful, fully voiced, has more interesting lectures and more challenging puzzles specially for the young people. The only step back that I would say is that the number of time one can play each puzzle is too restrict (5 min/day) and there's no way to play again, besides that it is a great game for those who desire to train the brain.… Full Review »
  2. mefzeldernx
    Mar 3, 2018
    7
    Llega nuevamente la serie de entrenamiento cerebral de Nintendo, "Brian Age: Concentration Training" introduce nuevas actividades paraLlega nuevamente la serie de entrenamiento cerebral de Nintendo, "Brian Age: Concentration Training" introduce nuevas actividades para mantenernos despiertos mentalmente, esta vez más centrado en mejorar nuestra capacidad de retención de información e imágenes.
    Utilizando operaciones matemáticas y juegos de memoria extremos con los que tendremos que practicar cada día para desbloquear toda la colección de actividades. En ésta entrega se mejora mucho el reconocimiento de lectura de la pantalla táctil, ésta vez es ínfima la situación en que el juego confunda los números, por lo que la experiencia es la mejor de la serie.
    "Brain Age: Concentration Training" no es para todo el mundo, porque a priori no es un juego clásico de consola, se puede llegar a sentir como una tarea pero son esfuerzos que valen la pena hacer. Uno de los por menores es que ésta vez cumplir con la rutina diaria requiere una buena cantidad de minutos, así que se hace difícil programar el entrenamiento pero no puedo no recomendarlo si te interesan éste tipo de prácticas.    … Full Review »
  3. mongoman
    Apr 12, 2013
    8
    Brilliant game, very intuitive, and very hard at higher levels. Once you get past the devilish calculations, it is very enjoyable. This was myBrilliant game, very intuitive, and very hard at higher levels. Once you get past the devilish calculations, it is very enjoyable. This was my first foray into the Brain Age series so I can't compare it to other iterations. Well worth the money.… Full Review »
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