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Creaks

Review · Adventure · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One

Creaks

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · macOS · PC

Amanita Design · 2020

LumiScore

46/100

Caution

Creaks is a puzzle adventure game that encourages problem solving and critical thinking through intricate puzzles, with a unique atmosphere that might be mildly unsettling for sensitive children.

Growth (BDS)

31

Risk (RIS)

9

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.68
B2Social-emotional
0.07
B3Motor
0.10

Creaks encourages children to develop strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills as they navigate intricate puzzles. The game fosters strategic planning and memory retention, with each new challenge building upon previously learned concepts. Its unique artistic style also provides an engaging environment for cognitive development.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

While largely benign, the game's unique and sometimes eerie atmosphere might be mildly unsettling for very young or sensitive children, though it remains within an 'Everyone' rating. The game is a solitary experience, offering minimal social-emotional or physical activity benefits.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~4 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Creaks safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Creaks a LumiScore of 46/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. There are notable risks worth knowing before letting kids play.

What age is Creaks appropriate for?

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

How long should kids play Creaks?

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

What are the main risks of Creaks?

While largely benign, the game's unique and sometimes eerie atmosphere might be mildly unsettling for very young or sensitive children, though it remains within an 'Everyone' rating. The game is a solitary experience, offering minimal social-emotional or physical activity benefits.