# Memory Lane Games

> The engagement app for Alzheimer’s and dementia that is shown to work

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.memorylanegames.memorylanegameslite](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.memorylanegames.memorylanegameslite)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.memorylanegames.memorylanegameslite`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Memory Lane Games (UK) Limited
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 80,183
- **Rating:** 3.89 / 5 (161 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.4.24
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-26
- **First published:** 2020-07-17
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 120 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.memorylanegames.memorylanegameslite)
- **Website:** [https://memorylanegames.com](https://memorylanegames.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.memorylanegames.com/privacy-policy-gdpr](https://www.memorylanegames.com/privacy-policy-gdpr)

## Description

Memory Lane Games is a globally trusted app designed to engage and support individuals living with Alzheimer's and various forms of dementia. By stimulating the visual, reasoning, memory, and speech centers of the brain through simple, frustration-free quizzes, the app encourages reminiscence, conversation, and calmness, while reducing behaviors like sundowning and wandering.

With thousands of professionally curated trivia games across diverse themes such as music, history, and pets, the app fosters meaningful connections across generations and cultures. Features include an easy touch-screen interface optimized for dementia users, offline accessibility, dynamic personalized recommendations, and caregiver resources. Recognized and endorsed worldwide, including awards from Mayo Clinic and Arizona State University, Memory Lane Games offers a 14-day free trial for caregivers and families seeking a scientifically supported tool to improve quality of life for those affected by cognitive decline.

## Rankings

- #244,211 — Overall
- #19 — memory

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.memorylanegames.memorylanegameslite.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Memory Lane Games is praised for its ease of use, clean design, and effectiveness in engaging people with memory difficulties through fun quizzes and quality memory prompts. Users find it helpful for personal and caregiving contexts, showing positive cognitive effects. However, multiple reviews report technical issues like slow loading, persistent incorrect internet connection warnings, occasional errors, and limited language support. Some users also object to the upfront email requirement for the free trial. Overall, the app is valued but hindered by performance and accessibility drawbacks.

### Pros

- Easy to use and navigate with a simple and intuitive design.
- Engaging and fun quizzes that help with memory recall, especially useful for people with cognitive impairments or dementia.
- Good selection of images and prompts that are effective for memory stimulation.
- Helps build rapport and connection with family members or care home residents with memory difficulties.
- Positive transformative impact reported on app users, sometimes described as life-changing.

### Cons

- Slow loading times and lag when launching or downloading content.
- Frequent false warnings about poor internet connection despite having good connectivity.
- Limited language options (only English available).
- Errors occurring during app use, such as "an error occurred" messages and app failing to start occasionally.
- Free trial requires email address upfront, which some users find intrusive.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.memorylanegames.memorylanegameslite)