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Altered Beast (2005)

Review · Action · PlayStation 2

Altered Beast (2005)

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 02 Jun 2026

PlayStation 2

SEGA · 2005

LumiScore

44/100

Caution

Growth (BDS)

28

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

T

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.30
B2Social-emotional
0.00
B3Motor
0.65

Altered Beast (2005) offers a thrilling action-adventure experience where players can transform into powerful beasts, engaging in brutal combat and exploring vast environments. The game promotes hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and strategic thinking through its combat and upgrade systems.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features significant violence, gore, and horror elements, including graphic transformations and mutated enemies, which may be disturbing for some players. While free from manipulative monetization or social risks, its intense content warrants consideration.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
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Parents ask…

Is Altered Beast (2005) safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Altered Beast (2005) a LumiScore of 44/100. There are notable risks worth knowing before letting kids play.

How long should kids play Altered Beast (2005)?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Altered Beast (2005) is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Altered Beast (2005)?

The game features significant violence, gore, and horror elements, including graphic transformations and mutated enemies, which may be disturbing for some players. While free from manipulative monetization or social risks, its intense content warrants consideration.