Review · Action · Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch
A Plague Tale: Requiem
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 15 May 2026
Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch · PC · PlayStation 5 · Xbox One
Asobo Studio · 2022
LumiScore
66/100
Good
Growth (BDS)
49
Risk (RIS)
0
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
17+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.62 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.30 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.45 | |
A Plague Tale: Requiem offers significant cognitive benefits through its emphasis on problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical decision-making in a challenging environment. Players must adapt to various threats, utilize tools creatively, and navigate complex situations, fostering intellectual engagement. The game's strong narrative also encourages empathy and emotional regulation as players experience the siblings' desperate struggle for survival and the emotional toll of their journey.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
The primary risks associated with A Plague Tale: Requiem stem from its mature content, including frequent and intense violence, disturbing imagery of death and destruction, and a pervasive atmosphere of fear and horror. While the game lacks manipulative dopamine mechanics or monetization pressures, its dark themes and brutal world may be emotionally intense for some players.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.