NEXUS is a cognitive training game designed to unlock your brain's full potential, enhancing crucial qualities like working memory, short-term memory, concentration, inhibitory control, and overall fluid intelligence. It uniquely combines multiple mental challenges into one cohesive experience, offering a multi-layer workout for your mind.
Game Modes
Math: In this mode, you will continuously solve a series of mathematical equations. The focus is on rapid mental calculation.
ID + Math: This mode challenges you to first memorize a digit code (ID Code). Following this, you will solve a Math Problem. Once the math is complete, you will then need to recall and enter the memorized ID Code.
ID + Math + Symbols: This mode integrates all available challenges: memorize a digit code (ID Code) and symbols with their positions (Symbol Memo), solve a Math Problem, then recall the ID Code and locate one of the memorized symbols.
This deliberate design, where you cannot immediately respond to a memorization task but must first complete another cognitive challenge, is central to NEXUS's effectiveness. This "delayed response" feature fosters robust short-term and working memory, forcing your mind to juggle data across tasks. This demanding mental effort provides a powerful brain workout, progressively enhancing your brain's capacity and efficiency.
Game Flow
Each level consists of these distinct phases (the specific phases depend on the chosen game mode):
ID Code: Memorize a sequence of digits.
Symbol Memo: Memorize the displayed symbols and their initial positions on Level 1. This initial memorization is crucial as you will need to recall these positions in subsequent levels to come.
Math Problem: Solve mathematical calculations.
ID Recall: Enter the memorized Id code.
Symbol Recall: On each level you need to locate one memorized symbol in its correct position on each level. To challenge your working memory, every other level (Level 2, 4, 6, etc.), two symbols may swap positions, to challenge and train you working memory
The NEXUS Advantage: Sharpening Your Mind
NEXUS goes beyond typical brain games by integrating diverse cognitive demands. This multi-layered training, especially the rapid task switching between memorizing codes/symbols and performing calculations, is scientifically shown to strengthen both your working memory (for active processing of information) and short-term memory (for temporary storage). While it may feel challenging to recall an ID code during a complex mental calculation, this very effort pushes your brain towards homeostasis, continually improving its efficiency and performance over time.
Mental Calculation & Fluid Intelligence: Engaging in mental arithmetic not only boosts your processing speed but is also a powerful exercise for fluid intelligence – your ability to think abstractly, reason, and solve novel problems. Studies indicate that consistent mental calculation can lead to significant far-transfer benefits, meaning improvements extend beyond the game to real-life problem-solving and the ability to learn new skills more easily.
Real-World Memory Power: A strong working and short-term memory is invaluable in daily life. Imagine effortlessly remembering a 3-digit code for an online payment, or a small piece of information you need to transfer between different browser tabs or apps, without losing it the moment new sensory input comes in. NEXUS builds this mental resilience, helping you hold onto crucial fleeting details.
The Symbol Challenge: Multilayered Memory Training: The unique symbol recall feature, particularly the swapping symbols in later levels, adds a crucial layer to your memory training. This dynamic element actively challenges your working memory to constantly update and re-encode spatial and visual information, while reinforcing your short-term memory's capacity to hold evolving data. This creates a multi-level cognitive challenge.
Inhibitory Control: Mastering Focus: When enabled, "Distracting Mind Thoughts" appear during gameplay as a deliberate challenge to your inhibitory control – the brain's ability to suppress irrelevant information and impulses. For instance, a thought like "I'm tired and lazy for this" might briefly pop up. Overcoming these distractions within the game trains your brain to stay focused, helping you translate this enhanced concentration to real-life tasks and jobs. It also helps you notice the patterns and "tricks" of your own mind, fostering greater mental discipline.
Unleash Unspoken Qualities: Working memory and short-term memory are some of the most fundamental and impactful brain qualities, yet they are often overlooked and few truly understand their significance. NEXUS is specifically designed to train these often-neglected aspects, empowering you with a powerful mental edge for daily success and lifelong learning.
Controls
Use the numpad to enter digits.
Press **CLEAR** to delete the last digit.
Press **ENTER** to submit your answer.
Use the **NEXT** button to advance through phases.
Use the **PASS** button to pass and reveal the correct answer.
Math Reference
For quick assistance with calculations, refer to the Multiplication & Addition Table accessible via the "+|×" button in the main menu.