# Braintopia

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 6.2
- **BGG Rank**: #5431
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: 1.06 / 5
- **Designers**: Johan Benvenuto, Nicolas Bourgoin
- **Artists**: Sébastien Lopez
- **Publishers**: Albi, asmodee, Asterion Press, Brain Games, Broadway Toys LTD, Captain Macaque, Gémklub, Happy Baobab, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Ludicus Games, Mandala Jogos, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Zygomatic
- **Categories**: Card Game, Educational, Memory, Party Game, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Memory, Pattern Recognition

## Verdict
A frantic and sensory mental agility test that will keep everyone on their toes!Unique sensory challengesFast-paced gameplayEasy to learnGreat for familiesCan be stressful for someRequires quick reflexesRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get your brain ready, because Cortex Challenge is here to fry your neurons in the best way possible! If you love the high-speed adrenaline of games like Dobble, you're going to feel right at home. The premise is straightforward but definitely not easy: you and your friends will compete in a series of frantic challenges that test everything you have (best or worst) in terms of perception and reasoning.

The real game-changer here is that it's not just about sight. The game includes texture cards that introduce 'touch challenges,' where you have to guess what you're feeling without looking! It's a sensory experience that's quite unique in the tabletop scene. On top of that, there's a bit of everything: finding routes through mazes, memorizing objects, and identifying symbols at breakneck speeds.

The ultimate goal is to assemble your very own 3D brain puzzle. Every challenge you win earns you a piece to complete your brain. The first person to finish their puzzle wins the game. It's a title that works great for both kids and adults, as the challenge lies in mental agility and perception rather than complex rulebooks. It's the perfect game to settle the debate on who's the smartest in the group, all while everyone laughs and struggles to navigate mazes or identify textures!

## FAQ
### What age group is this for?
It's fun for all ages, though younger kids might need a little help with the memory challenges.

### How long does a game last?
Very quick! Usually between 15 to 20 minutes, making it perfect for multiple rounds.

### How many players can join?
You can have anywhere from 2 to 6 players at the table.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are intuitive and the focus is on immediate action.

### Is it compatible with other Cortex games?
Yes, you can mix the cards with other Cortex titles to vary the challenges.

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