Cognido is a German-made, university-student project that\'s been downloaded 40,000 times

If you've ever been to university and completed a course, you might recall the experience of launching a project into the public domain. While many such projects fade into obscurity, some, like Cognido, defy the odds and achieve notable success.

Cognido, developed by university student David Schreiber, is a solo-developed multiplayer brain-training game that stands out due to its fast-paced nature. It offers quick matches where you can challenge your mental acuity against friends and strangers alike.

Boasting an impressive 40,000 downloads, Cognido's success is both remarkable and understandable. Many of us fondly remember the days of playing brain-training games like those from Dr. Kawashima, although Cognido's mascot, Nido—a squid-like character—presents a different, perhaps less comforting, persona.

Built in Germany

Cognido isn't just another university project; its availability in both free and premium versions suggests a more ambitious endeavor. While a subscription unlocks the full potential of Cognido, a free trial allows you to test the waters first.

Excitingly, a major update is on the horizon, promising to enrich the game with new content, including the Clash mode. This mode will enable competitions among four to six players, determining who the last brain standing will be.

Puzzle enthusiasts often crave variety in their mental workouts. If Cognido leaves you yearning for more, consider exploring our list of the top 25 best puzzle games for Android and our equivalent list for iOS.