Free Simon
The 1978 electronic memory toy rebuilt faithfully in a browser tab, still beating most grown adults somewhere around level twelve.
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How to get the most from it
Free Simon sits in Brain Trainers under Play, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- Turn the sound up or put headphones on — it needs audio.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something nostalgic and brainy.
About this category: Memory, reaction, attention and pattern-matching drills that happen to be fun. Short sessions, visible progress, and a score you will want to beat.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- A trip back to the older internet
- Giving your brain a workout
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Free Simon: quick answers
Is Free Simon free?
Yes. Free Simon is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Free Simon?
No. You can use Free Simon without signing up for anything.
Does Free Simon work on a phone?
Yes. Free Simon works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Free Simon safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does Free Simon take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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