Metacritic 7617+

Chaos;Child

MAGES|2014AdventureRPG

LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.

56/ 100

GOOD

120+ min/day recommended

Growth

41/100

Growth Value

Problem Solving
Strategic Thinking
Critical Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the game's mature rating (M) and its explicit depiction of violence and disturbing themes. It is best suited for older teenagers and adults who can handle dark psychological narratives. Encourage discussions about the ethical dilemmas presented in the story.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5

Strategic Thinking5/5

Critical Thinking5/5

Reading & Language5/5

Memory & Attention3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.

Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.

Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.

Overall Benefit Score (BDS)41/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance

2/3

Ethnic diversity

1/3

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Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.— Passes the test

Assumed pass based on typical visual novel character interactions and multiple endings involving relationships.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game can be a good choice for mature players interested in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills through a compelling, choice-driven story. Its rich narrative can also foster empathy by exploring complex character motivations.

What your child develops

Chaos;Child offers a deep and engaging narrative experience that challenges players with complex problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical analysis as they unravel a dark mystery. Its focus on reading and language comprehension, combined with choices that influence multiple endings, encourages learning transfer and provides significant replayability.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~5hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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Parent Tips

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About this game

It's been six years since a massive earthquake leveled the city of Shibuya. Now, in October 2015, while researching a number of recent murders, Takuru Miyashiro realizes a horrible truth.