Item: The Mind
Rating: 89
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

89/100

The Mind is an incredible digital adaptation of the Spiel des Jahres-nominated card game. It’s a cooperative experience that defies traditional logic: you must play cards in ascending order without any verbal communication. The game relies on developing a collective 'rhythm' or sense of time with your teammates. On mobile, this tension is translated perfectly through the use of long-press mechanics and haptic feedback.

What makes the app version stand out is the ability to play with people across the world, which actually makes the 'psychic' element feel even more impressive. When you and three strangers across different continents successfully clear a level of 50 cards in perfect sync, it’s a genuinely magical feeling. It’s a psychological experiment disguised as a game, and it’s brilliantly executed.

Reviewed on: Fri Jan 09 2026

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. The Mind is a rare beast: a game about doing nothing but waiting. The physical board game is a masterpiece of tension because you're looking your friends in the eye. On a screen, that tension is replaced by a progress bar. It's a competent port, and the mechanics remain sound, but the 'magic' of the shared silence is harder to capture through an internet connection.

I respect the purity of the design. It's not trying to sell you gems or energy. It's just a game of rhythm. It's a bit too simple for long-term play, and once you 'crack' the timing, the mystery fades. Still, it's one of the few mobile games I'd actually call 'clever.'

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Unique gameplay concept
No microtransactions
Excellent party game

Best played in person
Limited replayability once mastered
Very basic visuals

Technical Report

Performance: Flawless performance; very low resource requirements.

Accessibility:

Audience Fit

Buy if: You want a unique, zen-like cooperative experience.

Skip if: You need fast-paced action or complex strategic systems.

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Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old veteran gamer
Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
Playtime: 5 hours
Status: Level 12 reached

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1436132672

$2.99 4+★2.5 10 reviews

Author : BrettspielWelt

Pubish Date : Thu Dec 20 2018

Last Update Date : Sun Sep 14 2025

Support Languages : English and German

Genres :

Version 1.3.5Sun Sep 14 2025

- Better support for new devices.
- New option to adapt to gesture navigation.
The Mind is more than just a game. It's an experiment, a journey, totally simple and the
the greatest team experience ever. If you complete the last level together , you will float on cloud seven. For you must not discuss it, will not exchange any information. And still it works - if you really want ONE you will. Only with the help of your thoughts...
This unique experience can now also be enjoyed as an app!
If you don't have any other players available, you can still experience The Mind by simply playing with one to three of the six individually designed computer players!
Of course, you can also play online with your friends or make new friends playing the game online!
Collect achievements and score top results for particularly successful mastering of the challenge.
Nominated for Game of the Year 2018!
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
The Mind is more than just a game. It's an experiment, a journey, totally simple and the
the greatest team experience ever. If you complete the last level together , you will float on cloud seven. For you must not discuss it, will not exchange any information. And still it works - if you really want ONE you will. Only with the help of your thoughts...
This unique experience can now also be enjoyed as an app!
If you don't have any other players available, you can still experience The Mind by simply playing with one to three of the six individually designed computer players!
Of course, you can also play online with your friends or make new friends playing the game online!
Collect achievements and score top results for particularly successful mastering of the challenge.
Nominated for Game of the Year 2018!

Ratings & Reviews

2.5 out of 5 with 10 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

The Mind is more than just a game. It's an experiment, a journey, a team experience in which you can't exchange information, but will become one to defeat all the levels of the game. Players must play cards from their hand in ascending order. The catch? You cannot talk or communicate in any way. You must rely on your intuition and the shared sense of time to succeed.

Features

Official digital adaptation

Online multiplayer with friends or strangers

Single-player mode with AI

Unique non-verbal communication mechanics

Tips

Finding the Rhythm

Start by observing how long others wait before playing low cards. Use this 'internal clock' to gauge when it's your turn to play your next highest card.

Promotion Videos

Mindcage (2022 Movie) Official Trailer - Martin Lawrence, Melissa Roxburgh, John Malkovich - YouTube

Gameplays

Using Throwing Stars

If the team is stuck, use a Throwing Star. This allows everyone to discard their lowest card face up, giving the team vital information without speaking.