Classic “Concentration” roots
The game traces back to mid-20th-century “Concentration” card decks—just shuffled pairs. Digital versions kept the core loop because it’s perfectly simple.
Origin
Memory Match — Animal Emoji
Board
Moves
0
Timer
00:00
Stars
★★★
Best
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Options
About Memory Match
Match all pairs with the fewest moves and best time. Stars are based on your efficiency: fewer moves = more stars. Your best time for each board size is saved only on this device.
- 4×4: great for young players or quick rounds.
- 6×4: a balanced challenge.
- 6×6: for seasoned match masters.
5 Fun Facts about Memory Match
Working memory workout
Holding card locations in mind trains the same short-term memory you use for mental math and reading ahead in sentences.
Brain boost
Moves mimic “algorithmic efficiency”
Chasing 3-star runs teaches efficiency: fewer flips = better. It’s a kid-friendly way to feel what “optimal steps” means without formulas.
Efficiency feel
Theme changes recall
Similar-looking emojis (like 🐱 vs 🐯) increase interference, while distinct icons boost recall. Swapping themes actually tweaks difficulty.
Memory quirks
Seeds make fair races
Use the same seed to share an identical board for classroom races or “beat my time” challenges—no spoilers, just identical layouts.
Repeatable