Overview
- Number of Players
- 4
- Genre
- Release Date
Nintendo Switch
3rd Dec 2021 — $29.99
3rd Dec 2021 — £24.99
- Demo Available
- Yes
- Series
- Tags
- Enhanced For
Nintendo Switch 2: (5th Jun 2025)
- Up to four people can play in Party Mode.
- Share locally or share online via GameChat.
- Official Site
- nintendo.com
Reviews
Review Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain (Switch) - A Fun-Filled, Budget-Friendly Party Plaything
This is big brain time
Nintendo is far from alone in its pursuit of games – or applications if you prefer – that are designed to give that cauliflower-looking organ within your skull a good thrashing, but the company has often done better with that software than most. Now we have the Big Brain Academy series (which began life on Nintendo DS in...
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Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain Guides
Guide All Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Games, Upgrade Packs, And Free Performance Updates
Next-gen TLC
Nintendo has been very bullish about making the transition from Switch 1 to Switch 2 as seamless as possible, so naturally, that means we've seen a bunch of original Switch games updated for the new system to take advantage of that additional power. We've got two types* of updates for Switch 1 games: Nintendo Switch 2 Editions, which...
Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain News
News 12 Free Switch 2 Game Upgrades Are Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Enhanced for a new generation
Nintendo previously announced it would be rolling out free Switch 2 upgrades for select Switch titles featuring improved gameplay, visual enhancements, frame rate improvements, resolution bumps, additional feature support, and much more. The Pokémon games already got updated earlier this week and now the rest of these...
News 12 Switch Games Are Getting Free Switch 2 Upgrades, Here's What You Can Expect
Nintendo's free updates arrive next month
As you might recall, Nintendo will be releasing "free updates" for select Switch games on the Nintendo Switch 2. It's already revealed the specific titles that will be getting this treatment and now it's detailed what exactly you can expect. Once again, these updates will enhance the overall gameplay...
News Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Is Getting A Free Performance Upgrade On Switch 2
Along with several other big Switch games
Nintendo has confirmed that select Switch games will receive a free upgrade to improve playability and performance on the Switch 2. Some titles may also receive added functionality for GameShare. Chief amongst these is Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, a release that was widely criticised for its dire frame rate...
UK Charts Switch Games Take Up Eight Of The Top Ten
Luigi's Mansion 2 HD still performing well
The latest UK Charts are in, and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD maintains its position at number 3, signalling a strong performance from the remaster despite some reservations regarding its price. In fact, 8 of the top 10 this week are made up of games available on Switch, with only Grand Theft Auto V (shock) and...
Brace for Black Friday
Update: Nintendo's Black Friday deals are now live, including the Mario Kart Switch bundle detailed below. <products id="21441"> Original Article: Nintendo has provided a sneak peek preview at some of the Black Friday offers that will be available this year from 20th November. There looks to be discounts on Switch...
News Big Brain Academy Switch Has Become A Sleeper Hit In Certain Parts Of The World
Outperforming the GTA Trilogy and Forza Horizon 5
The DS title Big Brain Academy made a surprise comeback on the Nintendo Switch at the end of last year and it seems physical sales of the game are quite healthy. According to the head of GamesIndustry.biz, Christopher Dring, it's become quite the sleeper hit for Nintendo - with strong physical sales...
News Big Brain Academy's First Switch Update Is Now Live, Here's What's Included
Download it today
At the beginning of December, Nintendo released Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain on the Switch. If you did end up purchasing it, now is the time to download the first update. It bumps the game up to Version 1.1.0 and includes a number of general updates and fixes.Here are the full details courtesy of Nintendo's official support...
News Big Brain Academy: Brain Vs Brain Solves The Age-Old Dilemma Of "Should I Let My Kids Win?"
The answer is apparently not "yes"
Big Brain Academy: Brain Vs Brain is out today, bringing multiplayer brain-testing to the Nintendo Switch juuuuust in time for Christmas. But if you're imagining a tense and combative situation in which either your children are crying because you're (obviously) smarter than them, or your children smugly lording it...
Nintendo Download 2nd December (Europe)
Big Brain Academy! Disney Magical World! Clockwork Aquario
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail eShop - New Releases: Asterix &...
Nintendo Download 2nd December (North America)
Big Brain Academy! Disney Magical World 2! The Kids We Were!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - Highlights: Big Brain...
About The Game
>Battle to see who has the brawniest brain
Take on a series of brain-bending activities that test your mental mettle in Big Brain Academy™: Brain vs. Brain for the Nintendo Switch™ system! Play a wide variety of activities, like memorizing a series of numbers, identifying an animal as it slowly comes into focus, or helping guide a train to its goal in fun, fast activities. Go brain-to-brain with friends and family in 4-player* matches to see who gets the highest score. Everyone can play together at varying difficulties, so a kid can hold their own against an adult in this battle of the brains!
Treat your brain to some quick mental fun
Get your own Big Brain Brawn score with a fun test. Boost your skill and speed by practicing certain activities. Of course, you can also prep for your next multiplayer brain battle or compare scores with friends and family. Unlock dozens of outfit options for your in-game avatar—from a cat outfit to a corn costume!
Go brain vs. brain against mind-masters near and far
Want to see how you match up to brainiacs around the world? Hop into Ghost Clash mode to compete against other users’ data**. Choose from mental marvels worldwide, folks on your friends list, or family members who have profiles on the same system. Outside of Ghost Clash mode, check your rankings to see how your Big Brain Brawn matches up against others.
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