LumiKin
Metacritic 58

Clockwork Empires

Gaslamp Games|2016StrategySimulationIndie
PCmacOS

LumiScore

69

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 17+ with parental supervision

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

53/100

Good

Growth Value

Risk

3/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the mature content within Clockwork Empires, including violence, cannibalism, and horror themes, which may not be suitable for younger players. The game also features a colonial setting, which might require discussion with children about historical contexts. However, for older players, the game provides a rich strategic and creative outlet.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Creativity5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5
Spatial Awareness3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
76
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
40
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
15
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)53/100

What your child develops

Clockwork Empires offers a deep and engaging strategy and simulation experience, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity through complex colony management. Players must strategically design settlements, manage resources, and adapt to unpredictable events and the unique personalities of their colonists. The game encourages planning, resource allocation, and creative problem-solving in a dynamic environment.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~7hReviewed May 2026

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About this game

Take on the role of a Colonial Bureaucrat sent forth by the Clockwork Empire to build a Frontier Colony. Design buildings and their contents from the ground-up to feed the Ravenous Maw of Industry, manage the uniquely unruly population, and make Important Decisions when the Occult Investigator shows up for a surprise inspection.