Memory - Wild World of Animals

First published in today's form by Ravensburger in February 1959.

There are versions known from Japan in the 16th century - matching pictures painted on shells. Known as Awase or Kai-awase.

In USA and England known as Pairs, Pelmanism, or Concentration. But these are played with simple playing cards.

In Switzerland was a domino-like game named Zwillingsspiel with the same roots.

In Czech Republic this type of game is known as Pexeso. The name is an acronym of "pekelně se soustřed!", which literally translates to "hellishly focus!". It usually consists of 32 pairs of square cards. There are thousands of Pexeso sets with different themes.

There are hundreds of different Memory games - starting with 24 cards for the youngest, with all kinds of animals, art, about countries, also a gay and a "Breast Memory", several free giveaway Memory games published by companies.

The most famous publisher is Ravensburger - they have the rights for the brand name Memory.

• What you get – wild world of animals memory game comes with 48 tiles and instructions.

• Fun play experience - you can play a game in 5 minutes, and it's perfect for 2-8 players ages 8 and up, Which makes this a perfect children's gift for birthdays and other special occasions.
  
  
• Easy to understand instructions – wild world of animals memory comes with a clearly written instruction manual that's easy to understand - you can start playing right away!
  
  
• Great educational value – this game helps children practice their focus, memory, and matching skills, which makes each game unique so this preschool toy can be played over and over. Memory also offers Great solo play opportunities for your child, as well as being a great game for adults to join in on the fun.
  
  
• Artwork you will love – enjoy fun pictures of 'wild' Animals, including llamas, narwal, Sloths, flamingos, kangaroos, koalas, Frenchies, armadillos, platypuses, kittens, Giraffes, hedgehogs, pandas, wombats and Polar bears.