Review · Family · iOS
Donut Slices
Reviewed: 07 May 2026
iOS
Anton Sitnikov · 2018
Ludograph rating
D
Caution
35 /100
Donut Slices is an engaging puzzle game that enhances problem solving and spatial awareness, but can be addictive.
Growth (BDS)
22
Risk (RIS)
16
Daily limit
90min
Age guidance
10+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.30 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.00 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.35 | |
Donut Slices provides a simple and engaging puzzle experience that can enhance problem-solving, spatial awareness, and attention skills. Its straightforward gameplay is accessible for quick, casual play sessions.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.23 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.08 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.11 | |
Despite its simple appearance, Donut Slices is described as 'very addictive,' with an endless high-score chase that could lead to prolonged play. As a 'free to play' game with no other monetization, it likely relies on ad pressure, which can be disruptive. The absence of social features means no opportunities for positive social development.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 0.00 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.00 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.00 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.00 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.00 | |
Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.
Regulatory design checks · DSA — Assessed: meets criteria·GDPR-K — Assessed: meets criteria·ODDS — Assessed: meets criteria
- DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
- GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
- ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.
These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.