Review · Adventure · PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch · PC
Chicory: A Colorful Tale
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 01 May 2026
PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch · PC · macOS
Finji · 2021
LumiScore
69/100
Good
Chicory: A Colorful Tale is an adventure game that builds problem solving and creativity as players color and draw to explore its world.
Growth (BDS)
54
Risk (RIS)
3
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
E
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.62 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.53 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.35 | |
Chicory: A Colorful Tale is an adventure game that fosters creativity through its core mechanic of drawing and coloring the world. It also encourages problem-solving and strategic thinking as players navigate puzzles and environmental manipulation. The game promotes positive social interactions through its cast of animal characters and optional local co-op, encouraging teamwork and communication. Players will also engage their spatial awareness and memory while exploring the world and learning new paint abilities.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.03 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.06 | |
While Chicory: A Colorful Tale is generally low-risk, some mild social comparison might occur due to the collectible nature of clothes, plants, and furniture, allowing for customization that could be showcased or compared. The game does not feature microtransactions, loot boxes, or battle passes, nor does it have stranger chat, mitigating many common monetization and social risks. The game's gentle nature and focus on creativity make it a low-risk option for most children.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.