Paul Hunter
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Published 12/11/2021
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Switch 2 / Switch - 12/3/2021
Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain
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 friend's 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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Joshua Goldie
Cubed3Big Brain Academy: Brain vs Brain (Nintendo Switch) Review
Published 12/10/2021
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Read originalJason Flatt
But Why Tho?REVIEW: ‘Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain’ Is More Than Just a Teaser (Switch)
Published 12/8/2021
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Metro GameCentralBig Brain Academy: Brain Vs. Brain review – multiplayer mastermind
Published 12/7/2021
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Read originalJordan Devore
DestructoidReview: Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain – Destructoid
Published 12/7/2021
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Read originalDavid McNamara
Checkpoint GamingBig Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain Review – Test your head, your mind, and your brain too
Published 12/3/2021
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Read originalSteve Watts
GameSpotBig Brain Academy: Brain Vs. Brain Review
Published 12/1/2021
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Read originalJames Ide
Daily MirrorBig Brain Academy: Brain vs Brain: battle with friends in fast-paced puzzles to discover who has the bigger brain
Published 12/1/2021
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Read originalNeal Ronaghan
Nintendo World ReportBig Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain (Switch) Review
Published 12/1/2021
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Read originalStacey Henley
TheGamerBig Brain Academy: Brain Vs Brain Review - Back To School For A B+
Published 12/1/2021
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