Brain N-Back
VERSIONS:There's no difference in terms of features between Brain N-Back and Brain N-Back Prime. They both exist for historical reasons. You can either pay for Brain N-Back Prime or get the free version (with ads) then donate to remove the ads later if you feel like it. Like us on Facebook! ^^ https://www.facebook.com/BrainNBack/
If you rate me less than 5 stars, consider leaving a comment. I've always tried to improve the app according to users' comments.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Lots of people have complained based on a lack of proper understanding of the game's purpose. You might want to skim this FAQ: http://www.gwern.net/DNB%20FAQ
Or if you don't have time, skim FAQ below. In short, you should play using sheer intuition without strategizing (e.g. visualizing patterns, repeatedly recalling, etc.)
1. I want sound for Russian/French/...
==> You are not supposed to symbolize the sounds. Strategizing the game helps you play better, but will not work out your brain. What language it is shouldn't matter. The English sound shouldn't have been there in the first place. It is the default just to stay faithful with the original version. I reccommend you use Piano to reduce the risk of symbolizing the sound.
2. Please disable "auto advancement". I need to feel ready by practicing the lower level first.
==> Staying at your comfort level doesn't work out your brain. You are supposed to move on as soon as you do reasonably with the previous level. It doesn't matter if you keep failing at the higher level. It's the trying that works out your brain.
Category : Puzzle
Reviews (27)
A great n-back app that is visually pleasing and easy to use. Contains a helpful tutorial and many customization options, great for beginners and experienced players. It does not come with extra / randomly-included functionalities that no sane person would ever use, which is really a plus for me.
Good pace for n-back and lets you train manually on different levels. Only recommendation is to remove auto level up/down as i wish to train only on a single level no matter the score.
The example pictures appear to show keyboard commands on the buttons, but I can't find a way to enable this feature. Ads are very intrusive and distracting, decreasing the effectiveness of the free version.
It uses a simple concept and executes on it well. It is ad-supported, which is understandable, but of course would be better without ads. Also could have more motivators.
Perfect for everything except that it should be added the possibility to go 1 level back without wasting time losing everyone of the three possibilities of the current level; or at least put the "+1 level" condition at three times 80%, cause a lot of times you just accidentally make a good performance and go up a level when you should'nt, resulting then in a waste of time trying to do decent on an unbalanced level when you should still be training in the previous one.
Works like the original Dual N Back. Tutorial is just OK. Would be better if it actually did an immersive tutorial. All in all it works, but could give new players better instructions.
Tutorial notes are completly incorrect to game settings. Tutorial quotes identifying every 2nd sound or position however the game only scores consecutive sounds and positions. Much frustration , but this was clearly established after trialling and testing to score above 80% immediately after ignoring tutorial rules. could be a great app if it actually measured what it states. Right now it doesnt :(
The speed is good, the way to show the score is easy to understand, you can choose the level you want. Out of all other N-Back games available, this is the winner. Love it. Many thanks!
I have concentration problem. My mind drifts too easily. This affected my professional abilities at fundamental. No other exercise helps me better than this. No frills. No gamebloating. Thanks.
Great, if not for improving memory atleast maintaining it, subtle changes in cognitive tasks are noticeable if you are in tune. Really helps with executive function.
Clean and friendly aesthetic. Good customization options if you're looking to stick to one setting before moving on to something harder.
Great app, but would like to be able to change the speed. With current speed it is mind numbing to play for 30 minutes non-stop as it is recommended.
the only nback test that allows you to customize as much as it does, but the ads are insane and theres no way to get rid of them. I've tried donating to get rid of them and that just doesnt work.
Simple, intuitive design, plenty of options to increase difficulty. Highly recommended if you're looking to improve your working memory.
does what I'm looking for; like the ability to mix and match stimuli, since i find it hard to play with sound in public. position and color is great for the bus
Playing this before sleep is optimal for the brain. As such, if the background is black it will be even better so that our sleep will not be disrupted by the blue light emitted by our phone.
Definitely a nice test game which stresses your Working Memory an degree of Focus. It Quickly reveals your limitations as you struggle to reach the next level.
Love the idea, but the experience was not good. Half the time the audio was delayed or cut out so there was no way to do the audio portion of the exercise.
Helps your memory, I can tell just in the last week. You can set the feature for the buttons to give you positive feedback if you selected the correct button
Played for an hour, the record still shows as 0 being played. Not good for long term. Will uninstall right after. The other n back app which is 100 percent free with no ads is obviously better.
Highly recommend it if you want to train your auditory and visual short term memories. This game has been proven to enhance long term memory as well (Ben Greenfield)
Works well for training. Needs to be clearer on what level you are on and if it is advancing or declining in level.
my favorite of the Nback variety. Its randomized nicely has a good interface and not loaded with ads when you donate. A winner.
Already on level 4 on 3rd day hitting mid 60's low seventy's. Played this 6-7 years ago and it's amazing. Head feels like it's pulsating the more I play.
Already paid, and yet adds are back. Would like a refund for my previous purchases and my initial donation back when it was free on pc. You didnt invent the game simply implemented it. Is Susan and NYU getting any of this kickback?
Great app! It always works. When I play the game regularly I feel like not just my memory improves, but also my mood.
At first i could not imagine getting passed level 3 but everyday my score gets a little better. Of course there are fluctuations during each 20 minute session but overall i can see my score improving. Also this app is set up well. It gives you the option to see whether your previous selection was correct or not which i like because i need the direct feedback. But you might prefer to have that turned off. Great app!