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

by Max Jan 09,2025

Cognido: A University Project That Conquered the App Stores

Developed by university student David Schreiber, Cognido is a fast-paced, multiplayer brain-training game that's already amassed an impressive 40,000 downloads. This solo project pits players against friends and strangers in quick-fire challenges ranging from simple math problems to trivia and beyond.

Anyone who's completed a university project will appreciate the feat of launching a successful game like this. While many student projects fade into obscurity, Cognido has bucked the trend. Its success is easy to understand: it taps into the enduring appeal of brain training games, reminiscent of the popular Dr. Kawashima series, although Cognido's squid-like mascot, Nido, offers a different aesthetic.

A selection of screenshots showing different logic problems in Cognido.

Made in Germany, Available Globally

Unlike many university assignments, Cognido offers both free and premium gameplay. A subscription unlocks the full potential of the game, but a free trial allows users to test the waters before committing.

A significant update is on the horizon, introducing a new "Clash" mode for even more competitive fun. This mode allows for four to six players to battle it out, crowning one ultimate brain champion.

For those who crave more brain-teasing challenges, explore our curated lists of the top 25 puzzle games for Android and iOS.

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