Explore Popular Attention Games
Discover games that challenge different aspects of attention
What are Attention Games?
Attention Games are short, interactive challenges that ask you to stay focused — whether you're following movement, tuning out distractions, or managing multiple tasks at once. Inspired by cognitive research, these games are built to be approachable and engaging, transforming moments of concentration into fast-paced play. At Lumosity, these games take classic attention-based tasks and transform them into short, enjoyable sessions that challenge you to stay alert in the moment.
Why play Attention Games?
Everyone’s attention works a little differently, and these games give you a fun way to explore yours. Whether you're tracking objects, switching strategies, or spotting important details, Lumosity's Attention Games help you stay engaged through short bursts of focused gameplay.
Explore Different Types of Focus
Each game highlights a different kind of attention — from filtering out distractions to shifting your focus between competing tasks.
Challenge Your Focus Under Pressure
Many games simulate fast-changing environments that ask you to react quickly and focus on what matters.
Balance Speed and Control
Attention Games often mix quick responses with thoughtful decisions — encouraging you to react efficiently while staying in control.
Keep Play Fresh
From shifting visuals to subtle cues, each game offers a different rhythm and focus style — keeping the experience varied and interesting every time you play.
Adapts to Your Pace
Like all Lumosity games, Attention Games adjust as you go. Difficulty changes naturally based on your performance.
Tips to get started on Attention Games
Start small by adding one Attention Game to your daily mix and notice how different types of gameplay challenge your focus. Games like Eagle Eye or Lost in Migration are great ways to explore selective and divided attention in action. Ten to fifteen minutes a day is plenty to build a routine that feels manageable and fun.
Attention Games by Lumosity
Our Attention Games are designed by neuroscientists and game developers, and inspired by cognitive research. Each game focuses on challenging focus and encouraging attention to relevant information through quick, targeted tasks.
Research-Inspired Design
Attention Games are grounded in research on sustained, selective, and divided attention.
Personalized Training Experience
These games adapt to your performance, offering a mix of focus-based challenges that evolve as your attention skills are engaged.
Targeted Practice
Play games that involve filtering distractions, switching between tasks, and tracking cues — all designed to challenge your focus in different ways.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Attention Games work?
Attention Games ask you to stay focused, even when there’s a lot going on. Some games have you follow specific cues while ignoring distractions, while others ask you to switch between tasks or react quickly as things change.
Are there games that challenge your focus?
If you’re looking for games that challenge your ability to stay focused and filter out distractions, Lumosity’s Attention Games are a great place to start. Popular options include Train of Thought, Lost in Migration, and Trouble Brewing.
What is an attention activity?
An attention activity is a task that asks you to focus on what matters while tuning out distractions — like following movement on screen or picking up small but important details.
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