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Metacritic 7013+

Crowntakers

Kalypso Media|2014RPGStrategyIndie

LumiScore

60

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 13+ with parental supervision

90 min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

48/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Critical Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Crowntakers is a single-player, turn-based strategy RPG that offers a deep and challenging experience. It's excellent for developing strategic thinking and problem-solving skills due to its roguelike, randomly generated levels. There are no microtransactions or social risks, but be aware that its difficulty and replayability might lead to longer play sessions.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Learning Transfer5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
80
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
20
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
10
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)48/100

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

Gender balance
1/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

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 information provided about female characters or their interactions within the game description.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is a strong choice for children who enjoy strategic challenges, as it will enhance their critical thinking, planning, and adaptability. The varied gameplay ensures sustained engagement and continuous learning.

What your child develops

Crowntakers, a turn-based strategy RPG with roguelike elements, significantly fosters cognitive skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical analysis. Its randomly generated world and challenging encounters promote adaptive learning and the development of new strategies. Players also engage memory and attention through resource management and understanding mercenary abilities.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~4hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

In an ever-changing world, heroes are the only constants. Dark times are imminent: the king’s abduction throws a once peaceful land into turmoil.