Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain is out later this week on 3rd December, and is the final show in town for major first-party Switch arrivals ahead of the Holiday, though with October and November bringing sales successes with Metroid Dread and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl it's normal for the final month of the year to be focused more on GOTY debates and smaller releases.
With Dr Kawashima's Brain Training for Nintendo Switch never being released in North America, Big Brain Academy will help Nintendo fill a gap in that market, while its multiplayer and cutesy style also offer something a little different in global markets. Now we have a localised and amended version of an overview trailer that arrived recently in Japan, showcasing its modes and play options.
A big focus in this title compared to Brain Training is multiplayer, of course, while on-demand showdowns with online ghosts is a smart addition. On top of that there's a far bigger focus on reward loops, with the game throwing in currencies and stars to redeem on outfits etc.
It looks charming and will cost half the typical Nintendo retail price. Are you tempted to pick it up?
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The demo was okay, my kid and I played for about 20 minutes. I could see how it would be good for younger ones. I wished they would open up more modes in the demo, it was kind of limited.
It's nice to see these types of titles make a comeback and incorporate group play, but they definitely shine in solo touch screen. That being said, there will be someone who really benefits from these changes, so I'm glad the work is being done, even if it isn't to my personal tastes.
I think this looks pretty cheap for a 30€ game, seems more like a free-to-play mobile title.
Played the demo for a bit and…I kinda wish they had more modes available for it. I also dig the ghost battle mode, might consider it for that alone
Feels just a little too thin on content to me. My daughter loves the demo so I’ll probably get it anyway but i would be happier if there was free DLC later
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