Here’s a simple game you can play on the go that will supposedly train your brain to be faster and allow for better concentration. Whether or not that is true, don’t let the simplicity of it fool you into thinking that the game is easy. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. The game seems easy enough where all you have to do is tap the numbers in order as fast as you can to complete each game. You figure, how hard can it be? The answer is, pretty darn hard! Let me tell you, I could not believe how slow I was just trying to tap my way to 15, on easy.

The point of the game is to tap a series of numbers, in order. They are presented to you scattered about the screen and you must find them and tap them in the correct order. Again, I thought this game would be way to simple because really, how hard is it to tap numbers in order? In the case of Next Numbers, very hard. There are two game modes available in Next numbers, Blitz and Zen modes. Blitz is to see how many numbers you can tap through within a given amount of time while Zen is to see how fast you can tap through all the numbers.

What you want to happen when you play this is that you want to be faster each time you play or reach a higher number each time. The best way to do that is to start seeing where numbers are 2 or 3 moves in advance so you know where they are when you get to them. Of course that’s easier said than done but that’s why you keep playing this to train yourself to be faster and more observant.

Next Numbers has a very simple concept but the game itself is super challenging each time you play. Even on easy, it’s not, but once you start thinking the game is too easy, switch to medium difficulty and it’ll quickly shoot down any confidence you had in your skills. The two modes it has are fun, each with its own charm, but it would have been nice to see more types of game modes included. Hopefully in future updates, there will be more modes added. Until then, the core game is still very good and for those looking for a challenge, this is definitely the game for you.

App Store Link: Next Numbers
Version: 1.0.1
Developer: Vito Technology
Price: $0.99
Compatible Devices: (Universal App) Requires iOS 5.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Description

Human brain is like a muscle that should be trained a lot to function properly. Surely, everyday life is a game in itself, but haven’t you ever wished you could find things a little faster or concentrate on one task for a little longer? This app is a great tool just for that. With just a few minutes a day practice you will be able to improve areas of brain activity without even noticing it. We have also built in personal stats so you can keep track of your progress.

How to play:

Tap numbers in order, one by one, as fast as you can.

Choose one of two options:

Blitz – the game ends in 60 seconds, your result is how many numbers you’ve managed to find.
Zen – you have unlimited time to find all the numbers, your result is your time.

Implement your own strategy:

– Train reaction by speeding up decisions you made – try to decide without actual thinking about it.
– Train selective attention by looking at whole field searching for a number.
– Train memory by remembering where is the next number you need to tap.
– Train speed and concentration by trying to beat the records you made.

[via App Store]