LumiKin
Child of Light

Review · RPG · PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4 · PS Vita

Child of Light

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4 · PS Vita · Wii U · Xbox 360 · Xbox One · PC · Nintendo Switch

Ubisoft · 2014

LumiScore

65/100

Good

Child of Light is an RPG that builds reading comprehension and strategic thinking through its rich narrative and engaging puzzles.

Growth (BDS)

49

Risk (RIS)

2

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.62
B2Social-emotional
0.37
B3Motor
0.35

Child of Light offers a rich narrative experience that encourages reading comprehension and problem-solving through its RPG mechanics. Players will engage in strategic thinking during combat and character progression, while the story promotes empathy through Aurora's journey to help others and return to her ailing father. The cooperative firefly mode provides a gentle introduction to teamwork.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.03
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

This game presents minimal risks. There are no monetization pressures, social risks from stranger interactions, or significant dopamine manipulation mechanics. Content risks are mild, consistent with its E10+ rating, featuring fantasy violence and mild thematic fear.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
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Parents ask…

Is Child of Light safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Child of Light a LumiScore of 65/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Child of Light appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 7+ for Child of Light (E10+), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Child of Light?

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

What are the main risks of Child of Light?

This game presents minimal risks. There are no monetization pressures, social risks from stranger interactions, or significant dopamine manipulation mechanics. Content risks are mild, consistent with its E10+ rating, featuring fantasy violence and mild thematic fear.