We’ve been developing games for years and have plenty of apps we look up to as technical and creative benchmarks. To give our clients extra value, we’ve put together a list of apps that inspire us both mentally and technically. They are not just great for entrepreneurs — they’re equally valuable for professionals in various fields.
In this list, you’ll see well-known apps like Elevate and new ones like Verevio. They are not traditional “game” apps, but many of them use game-like elements to engage users. To see if the new ones really work, we did a study with Verevio. After using it for a few weeks, we found it easier to stay focused, remember things more clearly, and think through problems faster.
Keep Your Brain Healthy and Sharp
Whether you’re closing deals, managing teams, or navigating complex business strategies, staying mentally sharp is non-negotiable.
But let’s be clear: brain-training apps aren’t magic bullets, and they won’t suddenly make you a genius overnight. What they can do — backed by science — is help you improve specific cognitive skills like memory, attention, and processing speed by building new mental habits that actually translate into clearer thinking, better decision-making, and smarter multitasking. By constantly using them, you will:
- Develop a sharper eye for detail
- Get your idea out before the trend becomes crowded
- Level up your long-term memory to speed up learning
- Get better at problem solving
These apps don’t just challenge your memory or focus — they help you rewire how you process information.
Below are 5 smart picks for entrepreneurs, starting with the newest.
#1 Verevio (2024)
Verevio is a new remote viewing app that takes an unusual — but intriguing — approach to cognitive training. It’s built around 7 focused trainers designed to help with things like remote viewing, perception, telepathy, and precognition. Sounds out there, but in practice, it’s surprisingly approachable.
The core of the experience is a set of short, game-like exercises. They’re quick, even enjoyable, and aimed at sharpening everything from focus and intuition to pattern recognition and prediction. Here you train your brain to notice more, think faster, and tune in differently.
One thing we liked: you can track your progress over time. It gives you a sense of which areas are improving and where you might want to dig in more. The developers suggest just 20 minutes to an hour a day can make a difference — and honestly, that checks out. After a couple weeks of using it, we’ve found ourselves catching more subtle details and making decisions with a bit more clarity. If you’re someone who wants data-backed intuition training, this new app is worth exploring.
(Verevio is free to try with limited access. Full access runs $19.99/month.)
#2 Peak (2014)
Peak is one of the more well-known brain-training apps, and it delivers a polished experience that’s easy to stick with. The app offers over 40 bite-sized games that target memory, attention, problem-solving, and mental agility. It’s sleek, user-friendly, and feels more like a casual gaming session than a cognitive workout — in a good way.
What’s nice is how adaptive the training feels. The app learns from your performance and adjusts difficulty accordingly. There’s also a strong emphasis on streaks and daily goals, which helps build consistency. That said, some games can start to feel repetitive over time, and the science behind them isn’t always front and center.
If you’re looking for something fun and habit-forming to keep your brain active, Peak is a solid option.
(Around $4.99/month or $34.99/year.)
#3 Elevate (2014)
Elevate takes a more educational approach to brain training. Instead of abstract puzzles or visual games, many of its exercises are built around real-world skills — reading comprehension, writing precision, mental math. If you enjoy improving things you can use right away (like figuring out tips faster or writing clearer emails), Elevate stands out.
The app is clean and minimal, with a more serious tone than Peak. You get personalized daily workouts that adjust to your skill level, and over time it tracks how you’re doing in different areas. The progress feels tangible — especially in language and math.
Elevate might not be the go-to for those wanting a game-like experience, but if you’re into productivity, communication, or data-driven feedback, it’s a strong contender.
(Free tier available; Premium is around $39.99/year.)
#4 Lumosity (2007)
Lumosity has been around long enough to become synonymous with brain training — and for good reason. The app offers daily sessions of three short games tailored to your cognitive goals, like memory, attention, processing speed, or flexibility. The games are timed, quick to play, and randomly shuffled, so you won’t be stuck doing the exact same thing every session.
The experience is clean and user-friendly, with tracking features that let you monitor your progress and compare performance against other users. The developers claim that even a single session a day can help sharpen mental skills — and there’s been some independent research to back up parts of that.
That said, Lumosity hasn’t changed much in recent years, so while it’s dependable and still enjoyable, it may feel a bit formulaic compared to newer, more adaptive apps.
(Around $11.99 a month or $59.99 a year.)
#5 CogniFit (1999)
CogniFit leans into science. It offers a wide range of assessments and cognitive training programs that feel more clinical than casual. That’s not a knock — it’s designed to appeal to users who are curious about the measurable aspects of brain function, or who might be looking for more structured training tied to things like memory loss, ADHD, or cognitive rehabilitation.
The interface is more utilitarian than playful, and some of the games can feel like tests. But the depth is impressive — you get detailed feedback on cognitive domains like processing speed, visual perception, short-term memory, and more.
(Full access pricing starts around $19.99/month.)
A final note
These apps are not exclusively designed for entrepreneurs, anyone looking to improve their cognitive skills, whether they’re a student, professional, or just someone seeking mental enhancement, can benefit. However, entrepreneurs will find these apps particularly helpful because they boost the core skills necessary for running a business, such as focus, decision-making, resilience, and strategic thinking.
