How to Play CortexQuest

Master languages and explore the world through interactive memory games

What is CortexQuest?

CortexQuest is an educational memory card game that helps you learn by matching terms with their definitions. Think of it like a digital version of the classic "Memory" game, but instead of matching pictures, you're matching important terms with what they mean!

Example: You might flip one card that says "Pythagorean Theorem" and another that shows "a² + b² = c²" - if they match, you score points and learn at the same time!

CortexQuest game preview showing country-capital pairs

Example: Matching countries with their capitals

Game Basics

1. Choose Your Topic

Pick a subject you want to learn about. CortexQuest offers topics in:

LanguagesScienceGeographySportsCultureLife Skills

2. Understanding the Game Board

You'll see a grid of face-down cards. Each difficulty has a different number of pairs:

8
Easy (4 pairs)
14
Medium (7 pairs)
18
Hard (9 pairs)

3. How to Play Your Turn

Tap two cards per turn to flip them over. Do they match?

✓ Match

Cards stay flipped, you score points!

✗ No Match

Cards flip back, remember for later!

CortexQuest gameplay showing card matching in action

Gameplay: Some cards are face-down, some revealed

4. Win the Game

Match all pairs to complete the game! Your goals:

  • Match all term-definition pairs
  • Score as many points as possible
  • Learn while you play

Game Modes

Practice Mode

Learn at your own pace

  • No timer or pressure
  • No opponent to compete against
  • Track your progress

Best for: Learning new topics

VS Computer

Challenge the AI

  • Play against computer
  • Three difficulty levels
  • Take turns to match pairs

Best for: Competitive practice

Time Attack

Race against the clock

  • Beat the countdown timer
  • Earn time-based bonuses
  • Test your speed and memory

Best for: Speed challenges

Scoring System

Base Points

Each successful match

+100

Streak Bonus

Multiple matches in a row

+50-150

Time Bonus

Finish fast in Time Attack

+10/sec

Pro Tips

Read Cards Carefully

Take time to understand each card when you flip it - this helps your brain remember better.

Use Memory Tricks

Remember card positions by their location on the grid.

Play Topics Multiple Times

The more you play the same topic, the better you learn it.

Start Easy, Go Hard

Begin with Practice mode, then challenge yourself with harder difficulties.

Quick Reference

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Goal
Match all term-definition pairs
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How to Play
Tap two cards per turn to flip them
Match
Cards stay flipped, you score points
No Match
Cards flip back, remember for later

Ready to Start Learning?

Choose a topic and start your CortexQuest adventure

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