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Metacritic 77

Do Not Feed the Monkeys

Alawar Entertainment|2018AdventureStrategySimulation

LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.

62/ 100
GOOD
90 min/day recommended

Growth

50/100

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

Parents should discuss the game's themes of privacy, ethics, and the consequences of actions with their children. Encourage critical thinking about the information gathered in the game and the moral implications of interfering or not interfering with the 'monkeys'.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Memory & Attention5/5
Reading & Language5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
68
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
47
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
10
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)50/100

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.Passes the test

The game involves observing numerous individual narratives, making it highly probable that at least two female characters will have a conversation about something other than a man.

Parent Pro-Tip

This discussion can help children develop a stronger ethical framework, understand the importance of privacy, and apply critical thinking skills to real-world situations, reinforcing the game's positive cognitive and social-emotional benefits.

What your child develops

Do Not Feed the Monkeys is a unique strategy and puzzle game that deeply engages players in critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical reasoning. By monitoring diverse narratives and making impactful choices, players develop empathy and an understanding of consequences. The game also enhances reading comprehension and attention to detail through its information-gathering mechanics.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~4hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Do Not Feed the Monkeys is a unique digital voyeur simulator. Now that you’ve been accepted by “The Primate Observation Club” you can invade the privacy of dozens of strangers and witness their most intimate moments while you make your living.