Review · Adventure · iOS · Linux · PC
Botanicula
Reviewed: 09 Apr 2026
iOS · Linux · PC · Android · macOS
Amanita Design · 2012
Ludograph rating
A
Recommended
68 /100
Botanicula is a casual adventure that builds problem solving and teamwork through creative puzzle-solving with unique characters.
Growth (BDS)
51
Risk (RIS)
0
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
10+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.52 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.60 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.35 | |
Botanicula encourages players to think creatively and critically to solve puzzles, often requiring the use of multiple characters' unique abilities in combination. The cooperative nature of the characters promotes teamwork and problem-solving. The game's gentle pace and focus on exploration can foster a sense of calm and wonder.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
The primary risks in Botanicula are minimal. While some puzzles can be challenging, there are no elements of addiction or harmful content. The game is designed to be a relaxing and engaging experience.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 0.00 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.00 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.00 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.00 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.00 | |
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.