Had Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain launched on phones, it would have instantly become my favorite of Nintendo’s mobile apps. The combination of quick challenges and intuitive touchscreen controls makes it feel like a no-brainer for the platform. I could see myself breaking it out anytime I found myself in a long grocery line, filling a few minutes of boredom with some breezy brain teasers. It’s not available on my iPhone, though, because it’s exclusive to Nintendo Switch. That puts the $30 release in an awkward position. While the Switch is portable, it doesn’t carry the same ease of access as a phone, which is always in my pocket. The game makes good use of the Switch in two-player battles, but Nintendo has missed a seemingly obvious opportunity here. It’s like slotting a circle into a square hole; it technically fits, but it’s not the correct solution. Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain is a shockingly addictive collection of brain teasers that’s perfect for players of all ages. ...
Addictive gameplay; Clever brain teasers; Intuitive touch controls; Good use of ghost data;
Sparse package; Limited multiplayer; Online play is lacking;