Review · Action · Linux · macOS
Arma: Cold War Assault Mac/Linux
Reviewed: 23 May 2026
Linux · macOS
Bohemia Interactive · 2017
Ludograph rating
Growth (BDS)
68
Risk (RIS)
3
Daily limit
–
Age guidance
17+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.74 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.53 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.75 | |
Arma: Cold War Assault is a highly realistic military simulation that fosters strong cognitive skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness. Its multiplayer modes also encourage teamwork and communication. The game provides an immersive experience with authentic vehicles and vast battlezones, offering a challenging and engaging environment for players interested in tactical combat.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.11 | |
The game's M-rating indicates mature content, including significant violence and potentially strong language, which may not be suitable for younger audiences. While it avoids modern monetization and compulsion-loop design tactics, the competitive nature of online multiplayer could expose players to some social comparison or toxicity.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 1.00 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.00 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.67 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.33 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.33 | |
Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.
Regulatory design checks · DSA — Assessed: meets criteria·GDPR-K — Assessed: meets criteria·ODDS — Assessed: meets criteria
- DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
- GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
- ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.
These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.