Forget Brain Training, the best way to exercise your grey matter is with Civilization Revolution on the DS. The classic strategy series has been slimmed down for Nintendo's handheld console, but there is plenty to do and the action is as addictive as ever. The general goal remains the same. You'll be building cities, exploiting natural resources, growing your army and conquering other civilisations (there are 16 different nationalities to choose from). Alternatively, you can eschew force for learning and blind your opponents with science. Civilization has always had a learning curve and Revolution is no different. However, a handy tutorial and intuitive controls make this version of the game relatively easy to pick up and play. Online play is included, which is handy if you can find someone to stick around for the hour or so it takes to play a game. Engaging and incredibly addictive, Civilization Revolution is brain training for megalomaniacs.
