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Metacritic 85

Chime Sharp

Twistplay|2016Casual

LumiScore

59

out of 100

Appropriate for most ages with parental supervision

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

42/100

Growth Value

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Parent Pro-Tip

Chime Sharp is an excellent choice for children interested in puzzles, music, and creative problem-solving. Its gentle gameplay, lack of in-app purchases, and absence of social features make it a very safe and enriching experience. Encourage your child to explore the different modes and enjoy the process of creating their own musical soundscapes.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking4/5
Adaptive Challenge4/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
68
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
3
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)42/100

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

Gender balance
0/3
Ethnic diversity
0/3

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.N/A — no named characters

No narrative or characters to apply the Bechdel test.

What your child develops

Chime Sharp offers significant cognitive benefits through its puzzle-solving mechanics, spatial awareness challenges, and strategic thinking requirements. The game's unique integration of music creation provides a creative outlet and a sense of accomplishment, fostering learning transfer as players master new levels and modes. Its calm, ambient nature can also promote focus and relaxation.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~6hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Chime was a much-loved music puzzle game on Xbox Live Arcade, PC and PS3. What happens if you file away the rusty edges?