LumiKin
Below

Review · Adventure · PlayStation 4 · PC · Xbox One

Below

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 17 May 2026

PlayStation 4 · PC · Xbox One

Capybara Games · 2018

LumiScore

61/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

45

Risk (RIS)

8

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

—

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.70
B2Social-emotional
0.03
B3Motor
0.45

Below offers a deep and challenging exploration experience, fostering critical thinking, spatial awareness, and strategic planning through its procedural labyrinths and survival mechanics. Players learn from their mistakes in a perma-death environment, promoting adaptive learning and problem-solving.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.17
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's perma-death mechanic and challenging nature, combined with elements of violence and fear, could be frustrating for some players. While not designed to be manipulative, the constant threat of loss and the drive to discover secrets might lead to extended play sessions.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~1 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Below safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Below a LumiScore of 61/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play Below?

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

What are the main risks of Below?

The game's perma-death mechanic and challenging nature, combined with elements of violence and fear, could be frustrating for some players. While not designed to be manipulative, the constant threat of loss and the drive to discover secrets might lead to extended play sessions.