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Astalon: Tears of the Earth

Review · Action · Xbox One · PC · Nintendo Switch

Astalon: Tears of the Earth

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Xbox One · PC · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4

LABS Works · 2021

LumiScore

60/100

Good

Astalon: Tears of the Earth is an action-adventure game that fosters hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and problem solving through challenging exploration.

Growth (BDS)

43

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

13+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.54
B2Social-emotional
0.10
B3Motor
0.65

Astalon: Tears of the Earth is an action-platformer that encourages problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness through its challenging exploration of a dark tower. Players will develop hand-eye coordination and reaction time while defeating monsters and solving puzzles. The game's unique character abilities and 'embrace death' mechanic promote learning from experience and adapting to new challenges.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

While Astalon: Tears of the Earth is a single-player experience with no monetization or social risks, its 'Teen' ESRB rating suggests moderate fantasy violence and potentially mild language. The dark setting and 'terrible monsters' may also present mild fear elements for some players.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~5 hReviewedApr 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Astalon: Tears of the Earth safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Astalon: Tears of the Earth a LumiScore of 60/100, recommended for ages 13 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Astalon: Tears of the Earth appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 13+ for Astalon: Tears of the Earth (T), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Astalon: Tears of the Earth?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Astalon: Tears of the Earth is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Astalon: Tears of the Earth?

While Astalon: Tears of the Earth is a single-player experience with no monetization or social risks, its 'Teen' ESRB rating suggests moderate fantasy violence and potentially mild language. The dark setting and 'terrible monsters' may also present mild fear elements for some players.