What's New - Site Updates

Apr 9, Daily Jewels Blitz Mahjong Game

Thu, 9 Apr 2026 15:18:29 -0400

A gem-themed twist on mahjong solitaire with a fresh layout every day. Match jewel tiles, build a daily streak for booster rewards, and try to beat your all-time best. Play Daily Jewels Blitz Mahjong free online, or browse all the daily challenges on the Free Daily Games hub.

Apr 8, Daily Mahjong Game

Wed, 8 Apr 2026 19:41:30 -0400

A new mahjong solitaire puzzle every day! Match identical tiles to clear the board before the five-minute timer runs out, track your best times, and build a weekly streak. Play Daily Mahjong free online, or browse more tile-matching games on the Card & Tile Games page.

Apr 6, Attentiveness - The Foundation Everything Rests On

Mon, 6 Apr 2026 13:57:46 -0400

In-depth article on why attention is foundational for memory techniques, learning, and achievement in life. Includes the physiological factors that affect it, what I've learned from my own long experience with brain fog, and practical steps for improving your attentiveness.

Apr 5, 150 Free Printable Calcudoku Puzzles

Sun, 5 Apr 2026 10:29:30 -0400

Calcudoku (also known as KenKen) blends Sudoku-style logic with basic arithmetic, and it's now part of the Printable Puzzles collection. Easy, Medium, and Hard levels with 50 puzzles each. Every puzzle is a single-page PDF with a separate solution file. If you enjoy my Printable Sudoku puzzles, Calcudoku is a natural next step. Free for everyone.

Apr 1, Free Online Daily Games Hub

Wed, 1 Apr 2026 19:39:56 -0400

If you like starting your day with a puzzle, the new Free Daily Games page collects all eight daily-refresh games in one place: Sudoku, crosswords, chess puzzles, jigsaw, Wordler, solitaire, Calcudoku, and Kakuro. Pick one or build a rotation across different cognitive skills. Research consistently links regular puzzle engagement with better cognitive outcomes over time, and daily games make the "regular" part easy.

Mar 30, Free Daily Wordler Game

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:31:18 -0400

Guess the hidden five-letter word in six tries using color-coded clues. Each guess narrows the field, and a new puzzle drops every day. Play Daily Wordler free online, or browse more language challenges on the Word Games page.

Mar 28, Why Cramming Doesn't Work (and What to Do Instead)

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:31:22 -0400

Cramming feels productive but fails you on the test. The research explains why, and two techniques fix it. Why cramming backfires.

Mar 27, Why You Forget What You Read (And How to Fix It)

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:45:57 -0400

Ever finish a chapter and realize you can't explain what it was about? It's not your memory. It's the fluency illusion, and there's a simple, research-backed fix.

Mar 21, Bubble Trouble 2: Rebubbled Now Playable

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:37:38 -0400

The sequel to Bubble Trouble, one of the most-played Flash games of its era, is now in the free online brain games collection. The new game, Bubble Trouble 2: Rebubbled, adds 72 levels, platforms, ladders, expanded weapons, and a two-player co-op mode to the original's addictive split-the-bubbles formula.

Mar 16, What Are Nootropics? A Research-Based Guide

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:28:25 -0400

I've published a new research-based overview of nootropics and brain supplements. It covers which ingredients (like Bacopa monnieri, Lion's Mane, and creatine) have genuine clinical evidence behind them, which ones don't, and how to evaluate supplement claims critically. No product recommendations, just what the research shows. Read the full guide.

Mar 8, New: Bubble Trouble - Free Online Brain Game

Sun, 8 Mar 2026 22:36:05 -0400

Before there were app stores, there was Bubble Trouble. This classic 2002 arcade game racked up hundreds of millions of plays in its heyday, and it's back on the site, remastered and free to play. Fire your harpoon, split the bouncing bubbles before they hit you, and survive all 22 levels — solo or with a friend on the same keyboard. Play Bubble Trouble now.

Mar 7, 150 Free Printable Futoshiki Puzzles

Sat, 7 Mar 2026 20:20:31 -0500

The Printable Futoshiki page now has 150 free puzzles across three difficulty levels. Futoshiki combines Sudoku-style logic with greater-than/less-than clues. Simple rules, surprisingly tricky. Each puzzle downloads as a print-ready PDF.

Mar 2, 150 Free Printable Kakuro Puzzles

Mon, 2 Mar 2026 15:25:23 -0500

The Printable Kakuro page now offers 150 free puzzles across multiple difficulty levels. Each puzzle downloads as a clean PDF, ready to print. If you enjoy the logic of Sudoku but want more of a math workout, Kakuro is your game.

Mar 1, Candy Crush, Supaplex & UNO-Inspired Games Added to Retro Flash Collection

Sun, 1 Mar 2026 20:19:40 -0500

Three more classics join the Retro Flash Games collection: Candy Crush: Speed Challenge, Supaplex Maze, and UNO Lightning: Speed Card Concentration. These browser-playable Flash games are preserved using the Ruffle emulator, so no plugins needed.

Feb 21, New "Matrix Typer" Brain Game

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:26:57 -0500

If you've ever wanted to type like a hacker, Matrix Typer is your game. Words fall through a cascade of green Matrix-style code and your job is to type them before they hit the bottom. It's a genuine typing workout: early levels build home-row muscle memory, later stages push speed and accuracy across the full keyboard. Free to play, no download required.

Feb 5, New "Printable Puzzles" Hub

Thu, 5 Feb 2026 22:37:35 -0500

I've launched a Printable Puzzles section with dozens of free logic puzzles you can download as PDFs: Sudoku, Kakuro, Futoshiki, Slitherlink, Crosswords, and more. Every puzzle prints cleanly on one page with solutions provided separately. Free for personal use, classrooms, senior centers, memory care facilities, homeschools, clubs, churches, workplaces, and anywhere else people enjoy a good brain challenge. More puzzle types are on the way!

Dec 25, New: Memory Glossary

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 23:39:58 -0500

I've added a Memory Glossary covering 70+ key terms in memory science, from "chunking" to "hippocampus" to "spaced repetition." Each definition is written in plain English with context on why the concept matters for memory improvement. If you've ever hit an unfamiliar term on this site (or anywhere else), this is your reference. New to memory improvement? Start with Quick Memory Tips.

Oct 20, Vex 9 - Parkour Concentration Game!

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 21:17:01 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Vex 9 as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Vex 9 is here -- the next evolution in the legendary stickman platformer series! Take your parkour skills to the limit as you run, jump, and slide your way through a brand-new set of Acts filled with dangerous traps, bombs, and other deadly surprises. For the first time, take to the skies with the powerful new Jetpack! Vex 9 also includes the brand-new Infinite mode. How far can you get without losing?

Vex 9 is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Platform games train important brain skills, including concentration, visual acuity, and reaction time. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Jul 13, New! Geometry Arrow Concentration Game

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 18:43:31 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Geometry Arrow as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Ready for a game that's as fun as it is good for your brain? Meet the Geometry Arrow game, a simple but super-engaging concentration challenge that will have you hooked. BONUS: You can also play Geometry Vibes from this page, the 3D colorful version! How to play: Use your mouse button or finger (on mobile) to guide a little arrow through a world of geometric shapes, tapping to make it rise, a bit like that famous bird game. But don't let the simple controls fool you. The game gets more challenging as you go, so you'll need to stay sharp and focused to get through the tricky obstacle courses. These arrow games are more than just a way to pass the time; they're an engaging tool for honing your focus, boosting your memory, and mastering your reflexes.

Geometry Arrow and Geometry Vibes are part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone.

Concentration games help to increase focus, concentration, and memory. Play these games often to give your brain a boost.

Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Jul 10, Rummy Game Updated

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:45:14 -0400

The Rummy card game has been improved. Several enhancements were implemented recently to help perfect this game. It's now more fun than ever!

Rummy is a lively card game where players race to form sets of matching cards, like three queens or a run of 4-5-6 in hearts, by cleverly drawing and discarding. It's a thrilling mix of strategy and luck that keeps everyone hooked until the last card is played.

Summary of the changes:

To discard, click the card, and then click an icon in the bottom left of the screen.
The game now has a timer. If you don't discard in the remaining time, the game chooses a random card and discards it for you.
To lay down cards, or add to existing melds, first click your chosen cards to select them. An arrow then appears for you to click to place the cards.
It's possible to use your own player names.
Possibly (not sure): Aces remaining at the end of the game are scored 11.
Confirmed: The game plays with only one pack (one deck), which is great for counting and remembering the cards.
Because of the timer, the game is a little faster.

Visit the Rummy card game page for more details.

Rummy is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone.

Card games train important brain skills, including attention, short-term memory, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost.

Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Jun 3, New! Solitaire Story 5 - Free Online Brain Game

Tue, 3 Jun 2025 17:17:29 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Solitaire Story 5 as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

The highly anticipated 5th installation of one of the most popular free Solitaire Card Games of all time! How to play: Draw cards one at a time from your stockpile. Select cards one higher or one lower in value than your drawn card to remove it from the playing field. To complete a level, remove all the cards from the playing field without running out of cards from your stockpile. Complete the daily missions and events to unlock new deck designs and prizes that help you solve those tricky levels.

Solitaire Story 5 is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone.

Card games train important brain skills, including attention, short-term memory, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost.

Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Mar 20, Vex X3M2 - New Intense Levels!

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:40:32 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Vex X3M2 as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Building on the classic Vex experience, VEX X3M2 introduces intense levels packed with new hazards and mechanics. New features like kite gliding let you soar over gaps, while teleportation portals help you navigate tricky sections. Floating platforms and shifting obstacles keep you on your toes, making every race an unpredictable thrill ride.

Earn stars to unlock high-performance bike skins and conquer each track in easy and hard mode to prove yourself as the ultimate Vex champion!

X3M2 Instructions: Press up (or W) to accelerate, use left (or A) and right (or D) to tilt your bike and press backwards (or S) to brake. Look at your surroundings and pay attention to all the traffic signs.

Vex X3M is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Puzzle games train important brain skills, including problem-solving, thinking speed, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Nov 27, Ultimate Connect 4 - Free Online Brain Game

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 22:45:56 -0500

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Ultimate Connect 4 as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Play the classic Connect 4 game in 1-Player mode against the computer or 2-Player mode with a friend in the same room. Customize the board with 3 to 10 rows and columns.

Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned player, this Connect 4 game online is designed to provide lots of fun and a solid mental workout.

Ultimate Connect 4 is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Board games train important brain skills, including concentration, visual perception, and strategic thinking. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Nov 9, Pirates Mahjong - Free Online Solitaire Game

Sat, 9 Nov 2024 11:22:40 -0500

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Pirates Mahjong as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Welcome to Pirates Mahjong, a delightful twist on the classic mahjong tile-matching game, set in a world of pirates, adventure, and treasure.

This fun and relaxing game invites you into a hidden pirate's cave where stacks of tiles decorated with cartoonish pirate faces await your skill and strategy. With a calming soundtrack playing in the background, this version of free mahjong solitaire offers 60 challenging levels for you to explore and conquer.

Pirates Mahjong is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Mahjong tile games train important brain skills, including spatial reasoning, visual perception, and strategic thinking. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Oct 24, Mahjong Connect - Free Online Brain Game

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 21:54:31 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Mahjong Connect as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

This freeware Mahjong Connect game is a relaxing tile-matching game. This game includes 12 levels of Mahjong Connect challenges.

Whether you are looking for a quick mental break or a way to unwind after a busy day, this version delivers an engaging puzzle experience that keeps your brain active without the need for complicated strategies.

Unlike traditional Mahjong, where players draw and discard tiles to build sets, Mahjong Connect requires you to match identical tiles directly on the game board. The challenge lies in the fact that you can only connect tiles with a straight or uninterrupted path made up of two or three lines.

Mahjong Connect is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Mahjong tile games train important brain skills, including spatial reasoning, visual perception, and strategic thinking. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Oct 20, 100 Free Retro Flash Brain Games!

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 20:59:09 -0400

Well, it took quite a while but it's finally done! I've successfully added 100 free retro flash brain games to Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

If you've visited my site over the years, you may remember classic brain games like Scrabble Sprint, 3D Logic, Aqua Bubble, and more. Those games had to be retired when Adobe Flash was canceled by big tech, but now they're back. I've slowly been adding the classics to the Retro Brain Games page, and finally, I've reached the 100-game goal. You'll be pleased to hear these games have no in-game ads. These games are playable on desktop/laptop computers. They probably won't work on mobile phones or tablets. Also, the Retro Flash Games page might load a little slowly. That's normal. There's a lot of free content on that page!

Sep 7, Vex X3M - Free Exciting Vex Hill-Racing Game

Sat, 7 Sep 2024 17:04:00 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Vex X3M as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

VEX X3M a new extreme hill racing game with bike stunts and obstacles is here! Enjoy the classic Vex elements, but this time you will be racing your way to the finish line. Perform crazy bike stunts in 30 unique levels filled with danger, from spikes and shooting knives to rockets and lasers.

Reach the finish safely and obtain stars to unlock new unique bike skins. Complete all levels in easy and hard mode to crown yourself a master VEX X3M Rider. Start your engines and enjoy VEX X3M.

X3M Instructions: Press up (or W) to accelerate, use left (or A) and right (or D) to tilt your bike and press backwards (or S) to brake. Look at your surroundings and pay attention to all the traffic signs.

Vex X3M is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Puzzle games train important brain skills, including problem-solving, thinking speed, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Aug 29, Mahjong Story 2 - Free Online Brain Game

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 18:19:42 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Mahjong Story 2 as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Mahjong Story 2 is an addictive mahjong tiles game that takes you on a journey through various worlds and challenges. With over 1000 levels, immerse yourself in a unique and fun gameplay experience!

This free mahjong tiles game has beautiful graphics, relaxing music and intuitive controls, which makes it accessible to players of any skill level. In Mahjong Story 2, you'll encounter power-ups and obstacles that can help or hinder your progress.

Use power-ups like the Shuffle button or the Hint button to help you match tiles more quickly, and watch out for obstacles like locked or frozen tiles that can make the game more challenging.

Mahjong Story 2 is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Mahjong tile games train important brain skills, including spatial reasoning, visual perception, and strategic thinking. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Aug 25, Jewels Blitz 3, 4, 5, & 6 - Free Online Games!

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 19:12:44 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Jewels Blitz editions 3-6 as the latest free brain games on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Welcome to the Jewels Blitz free jungle jewels game collection. Here you can play Jewels Blitz 3, Jewels Blitz 4, Jewels Blitz 5, and Jewels Blitz 6. Match jewels for points and to clear levels.

The Jewels Blitz games all work the same way. They are jewel-matching games where you line up gems to remove them from the board.

The Jewels Blitz games have an Aztec Jungle theme, both with the visuals and the game music, and they are free to play. That's why I call them a free jungle jewels game.

Jewels Blitz is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Jewel-matching games like Jewels Blitz train important brain skills, including spatial reasoning, visual perception, and strategic thinking. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Aug 22, Checkers RPG - Online PVP Battle!

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:29:09 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Checkers RPG Battle as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

With this online Checkers RPG game, the classic board game is reinvented with role-playing elements. Choose your own hero, upgrade their skills, and battle against other players in real-time PvP matches.

This online checkers game includes lots of cool Role-Playing Game (RPG) features.

There are global and Top 20 player rankings, and the character Profile screen tracks your stats, including rank, number of games won, winning percentage, and most wins. Use your gold coins to purchase different characters.

This online checkers game is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Board games like Checkers RPG train important brain skills, including concentration, visual perception, and strategic thinking. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Aug 21, Daily Solitaire Challenge - New Free Brain Game!

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:11:59 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Daily Solitaire Challenge as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Select a calendar date and start playing. Earn crowns to collect the monthly trophy. You can also play in unlimited solitaire mode.

There's a Bronze trophy (15 crowns), Silver trophy (20 crowns), and the Gold trophy (28 crowns). The progress bar at the top of the monthly calendar page shows your progress toward the trophies.

This online solitaire game is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone.

Card games like card solitaire train important brain skills, including attention, short-term memory, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost!

Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing.

Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Aug 12, Casual Checkers - New Free Brain Game!

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 12:29:05 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Casual Checkers as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Feeling unfocused? This free online checkers game, Casual Chess, can sharpen your attention in no time!

In the Options menu, choose whether to play red or black. Set the difficulty to Easy, Normal, or Hard. Choose a board theme color, and toggle off/on the force captures rule. This checkers board game is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Board games like checkers and chess train important brain skills, including concentration, visual perception, and strategic thinking. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Jul 5, Lucky Vegas Blackjack - New Free Brain Game!

Fri, 5 Jul 2024 16:06:17 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Lucky Vegas Blackjack as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Welcome to Lucky Vegas Blackjack! Play Blackjack solo or against two computer bots. Or play against two friends in the same room (local multiplayer).

Enter the Lucky Vegas casino and unwind with a game of blackjack. Calculate the chances of winning and make split-second decisions that will help you win against your opponents. This online blackjack game is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Card games like blackjack train important brain skills, including attention, short-term memory, and mental flexibility.. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Apr 28, Merge Foods Puzzle - New Free Brain Game!

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 11:25:31 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Merge Foods Puzzle as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

In this fun logic game, merge foods together, with a twist. Match three-of-kind to upgrade that item to the next higher type of food. Keep going until you reach the goal for that level!

The game has two modes: Merge BBQ and Merge Fruit. Merge BBQ has a variety of barbecues waiting for you to unlock, including corn, cauliflower, fish, squid, and more. Merge Foods Puzzle is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Puzzle games like Merge Foods Puzzle train important brain skills, including problem-solving, thinking speed, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Mar 23, Solitaire Classic - Free Game

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 23:59:30 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Solitaire Classic as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Here's a Solitaire Classic free game you can play anytime. The most popular card game in the world, classic Solitaire, also known as Patience, is a great way to relax and train your brain.

With beautiful graphics, fun animations, new features, custom backgrounds, and offline play - Solitaire Classic Free by Albayoo is an ideal game for the best casual gaming experience. Most importantly – this online strategy game helps train your brain and keep your mind sharp. Solitaire Classic is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Card games like Solitaire Classic train important brain skills, including attention, short-term memory, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Feb 24, Gin Rummy - Free Online Brain Game

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 10:33:35 -0500

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Gin Rummy as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Gather matching cards or sequences before your opponent does. Rack up points and win the game!

"Gin Rummy" is a classic and engaging card game. The goal is to strategically arrange your hand into sets and runs. Place your cards in groups of the same rank, or in sequential order of the same suit. Score points by eliminating these combinations from your hand. The game ends when a player reaches the target score, typically set at 100 points. Gin Rummy is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Card games like Gin Rummy train important brain skills, including attention, short-term memory, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Nov 25, Garden Tales 4 - Free Online Brain Game

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 12:26:54 -0500

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Garden Tales 4 as the latest free brain games on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Garden Tales games are colorful match-3 adventures with - you guessed it - a garden theme. There are thousands of levels to complete.

The Garden Tales games series are a popular take on the classic match-3 online game. Ever played Candy Crush, Bejeweled, or any other match-3 game? You'll feel right at home with Garden Tales. Help Willy the garden gnome complete three-of-a-kind of fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, and flowers. Clear each screen for points and stars and coins. The Garden Tales games are part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Match-3 games like Garden Tales train important brain skills, including concentration and visual perception. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Oct 26, Vex 8 - New Online Brain Game

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 19:53:43 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Vex 8 as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Vex 8 is the newest installment in the ever-popular Vex franchise. Dexterity, speed, and skill are keywords in this thrilling platformer -- filled with obstacles like the new red-green light traps. Discover nine acts and try to find the secret areas to collect trophies. The game also includes the brand new Infinite mode.

Vex 8 is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Platform games train important brain skills including concentration, visual acuity, and reaction time. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Sep 26, Merge Harvest - New Free Brain Game

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:29:36 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Merge Harvest as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

This is a fun merging game with a lot of unique items to create. Merge new items, complete various tasks and follow the plot. You're in for adventure and a lot of fun quests! (Note: Mergest Kingdom is also on this page.)

Organize your playing field, collect materials to repair buildings, and grow fruit and vegetables to make food. Merge Harvest is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Merge games train important brain skills including visual perception and logical reasoning. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Sep 16, Marbles Sorting Solitaire - New Free Brain Game

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 21:48:53 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Marbles Sorting Solitaire as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Try to sort the different marbles in the tubes until all similar marbles stay in the same tube.

Marbles Sorting Solitaire is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Puzzle games train important brain skills including problem solving, thinking speed, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Sep 4, Solitaire Story 4 - New Free Brain Game

Mon, 4 Sep 2023 16:30:27 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Solitaire Story 4 as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

The highly anticipated 4th installation of one of the most popular free Solitaire Card Games of all time! Foxy, the game's cute little character, will take you on a journey to new destinations, fantastic landscapes, and famous landmarks. Visit distant countries including Australia, Antigua and Barbuda, Antarctica, Peru, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Majorca, and the Easter Island in Chile.

Solitaire Story 4 is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Card games train important brain skills including attention, short-term memory, and mental flexibility. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Jul 18, Vex Challenges - Free Online Brain Game

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:17:11 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Vex Challenges as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Put your skills to the test in the newest online Vex game where the timer counts down instead of up. Try to get to the finish within the allotted time, and don't forget to pick up the stars on the way! Vex Challenges is just as gripping and thrilling as before, but includes a brand new way to play. The game includes 75 custom levels, a hidden Challenge Mode, new skins, and a soundtrack that evolves as you progress.

Vex Challenges is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Platform games train important brain skills including concentration, visual acuity, and reaction time. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Mar 28, Hangman with Buddies - Free Online Brain Game

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 11:51:42 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Hangman with Buddies as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Hangman is a classic word-guessing game that requires a mix of logical thinking, vocabulary knowledge, and a bit of luck.

Play live against other players online in this word guessing game with friends. Guess the hidden word and prevent the stick man from falling into the crocodile-infested river. Learn new words while improving your guessing skills. You can also set up a private room with passcode. With your private room, you can play hangman online against your friends anywhere in the world! Hangman with Buddies is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Word games train important brain skills including vocabulary, memory, and visual perception. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Mar 11, Jetpack Joyride - Free Online Concentration Game

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 17:19:50 -0500

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Jetpack Joyride as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

It's Jetpack Joyride! This is an endless runner game.

You play as Barry Steakfries, who steals a jetpack from a secret lab and tries to escape -- all while avoiding obstacles and enemies. Equip cool jetpacks, suit up in stylish costumes, and ride crazy vehicles in Barry's endless running quest to beat the scientists to the end of the lab. Jetpack Joyride is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Endless runner games train important brain skills including concentration, spatial awareness, and reaction time. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Feb 5, Memory Visualization Example: Perigee

Sun, 5 Feb 2023 18:22:24 -0500

Perigee means closest approach to Earth (of the Moon, for example); apogee means furthest distance away. To not get these backward, notice that peri- sounds like "pear". Now imagine a silly mental image of pears falling to Earth like meteors. This reminds you perigee means the closest approach to Earth. When memorizing factual information, create silly "sound-alike" mental images as memory hooks. It's powerful!

Jan 31, Mergest Kingdom Free Online Game

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 12:51:18 -0500

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Mergest Kingdom as the latest free brain game on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

In Mergest Kingdom, merge together hundreds of objects in a land full of challenging quests. Collect and harvest resources. Design your own island!

Help rebuild the Mergest Kingdom and make it the most magical one in the Seventh Realm. Mergest Kingdom is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop or laptop computer, tablet, or phone. Merge games train important brain skills including visual perception and logical reasoning. Play these games often to give your brain a boost. Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Dec 1, The Return of (Some) Flash Brain Games

Thu, 1 Dec 2022 23:07:02 -0500

In an amazing turn of events, some of the old Adobe Flash brain games now work again! To play them, visit the new Ruffle Flash Games page.

Old favorites like Scrabble Sprint, Brain Follow, Emerald Thief, Curveball, Original Tetris, and more were thought to be lost forever with the demise of Adobe Flash in 2021. But a dedicated group of volunteers has created a new, safer Flash Player called Ruffle. The Ruffle Player can run the old Adobe Flash games in your browser, just like the Adobe Flash Player once did. You don't even need to download any plug-ins. The Ruffle games work automatically, with the Ruffle Player code running behind the scenes. Ruffle is still under development, so only some of the old Flash games work for now. I've collected games that do run on a single page for your enjoyment. These Ruffle Flash brain games run on desktop computers and laptops only. They probably won't work if you try to play them on a tablet or mobile phone. If you miss the old Adobe Flash games, visit the new Ruffle Flash Games page for a trip down memory lane. Have fun!

Nov 20, Solitaire Story Tripeaks - Free Online Card Game

Sun, 20 Nov 2022 16:20:36 -0500

I'm pleased to announce the addition of the Solitaire Story Tripeaks series as the latest free brain games on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

In Solitaire Story 3, the game’s main cute little character, Foxy, will take you on a journey through distant countries, fantastic landscapes, and famous landmarks.

Visit Paris, Berlin, Bali, Italy, Egypt and many more! With an incredible 2750+ levels, Solitaire Story Tripeaks 3 is one of the deepest Solitaire games of all time. Enjoy Daily Missions, Weekly Air Balloon Challenges, and dozens of new card designs! If you wish, you can also play the earlier versions, Solitaire Story Tripeaks 1 & 2. The Solitaire Story Tripeaks games are part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Card games train important brain skills, including concentration and logical reasoning. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, these online games are free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give these games a try.

Nov 6, Whack-a-Mole Multiplayer - Free Concentration Game

Sun, 6 Nov 2022 22:36:57 -0500

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Whack-a-Mole with Buddies as the latest free brain games on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Play whack-a-mole against a friend anywhere in the world!

In the Whack-a-Mole with Buddies game, open a private game room. Email the game room link to your friend. Then complete against your friend in a timed whack-a-mole game. Whoever gets the most points wins. Whack-a-mole is part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Whack-a-mole games train important brain skills, including concentration and reaction time. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Nov 4, Vex 7 - Free Parkour Concentration Game

Fri, 4 Nov 2022 18:40:45 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of Vex 7 as the latest free brain games on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Play Vex 7, an online game packed with action and a unique style. Use parkour moves to leap across the deadly obstacles with your stickman. Avoid the spikes, shooting knives, and falling blocks.

Use the double jump potion to go places you couldn’t reach before, and avoid security cameras that trigger laser beams. The Vex games are part of the free online brain games collection. These games are mobile-friendly and should work on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone. Parkour games like Vex train important brain skills, including concentration and reaction time. Play these games often to give your brain a boost! Like all the brain games on my site, this online game is free to play anytime. No logging in, no registering. Just go to the game page and start playing. Click the link below to visit the game page and give this game a try.

Oct 29, Garden Tales - Free Match-3 Brain Games

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 13:50:58 -0400

I'm pleased to announce the addition of the Garden Tales series as the latest free brain games on Memory-Improvement-Tips.com.

Garden Tales games are colorful match-3 adventures with - you guessed it - a garden theme. There are thousands of levels to complete.

Sep 22, Mental Math at the Register

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:25:49 -0400

To stay sharp, look for ways to exercise your brain in daily life. Mental math while you are out-and-about is a great example.

Solving math problems in your head trains quantitative intelligence (Gq). It also requires focused attention.

I play a math coin game at the store sometimes when paying for small purchases. I'll carry an assortment of small coins in my pocket for this purpose.

One such game: "Receive multiples of 25 cents in change."

Recently I bought an Americano at my local coffee shop. That's my favorite coffee drink. Splash of heavy cream and two Stevias. Total owed $2.98.

Time to pay. Not with three one dollar bills. I'd be burdened with two more pennies, and not train my brain.

Instead a mental math challenge!

I prefer the "counting down" method. It's the opposite of the counting-up method used by cashiers to make change.

Here's the thought process. Multiples of 25 cents are zero, 25, 50, and 75. For the coffee I owe 98 cents. The next-lowest multiple of 25 is therefore 75 cents.

I count down from 98, starting with pennies. Dropping from 98 to 95 is three pennies. Now I have options. I can drop 95 to 75 with two dimes or four nickels or two nickels and a dime.

I get out three one dollar bills and hand the cashier $3.23. The cash register checks my math: $3.23 - $2.98 = $0.25. I'm handed a quarter. Victory!

I'm glad to get rid of the small coins of little value, especially the pennies. It’s a good way to use up the small change I've thrown into a drawer.

Is this game trivial? No. All mental challenges are beneficial. Even small ones.

They force you to pay attention, to concentrate, to focus. And in this case, to calculate.

Consider the alternative: To passively not use your brain, as when swiping a credit card or handing over three one-dollar bills. Even a little counting-down game is a plus.

If you need practice counting coins, play the free Cash Back money counting game here on my site.

During the course of your day, look around for opportunities to challenge your brain. Be creative and have fun. Stay sharp!

Sep 16, Why Bother with Correct Spelling?

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 16:27:07 -0400

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Some time ago, a visitor asked me why correct spelling is important. After all, misspelled words can usually still be recognized.

What difference does shifting a few letters around actually make?

The answer: Having a single accepted spelling for a word streamlines communication and prevents confusion.

Here are a few reasons why careless spelling is bad:

Misspellings can actually change the meaning of the word. These misspellings are confusing and sometime amusing.

See the image of "Sweat Tea" above. Yuck, no thank you!
Consider extreme cases where the word is unrecognizable due to the misspelling.

The reader would have to stop reading and waste time trying to figure out what the word meant. They might even fail to decipher the word altogether.
Spelling words the right way shows you are an educated person. You communicate carefully, with an eye for detail.

In contrast, poor spelling may cause the reader to wonder if your thinking and reasoning are also inexact. That you are not to be taken seriously.

So there you have it. Three great reasons to be exact with your spelling.

Take the time to memorize the correct spellings of words. It's worth it!