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The Forgotten City

Review · Action · PlayStation 5 · Nintendo Switch · PC

The Forgotten City

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 28 May 2026

PlayStation 5 · Nintendo Switch · PC · Xbox One · PlayStation 4 · Xbox Series S/X

Modern Storyteller · 2021

LumiScore

80/100

Recommended

Growth (BDS)

66

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.82
B2Social-emotional
0.63
B3Motor
0.30

The Forgotten City is a deeply engaging narrative-driven game that excels in fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic thinking. Players must carefully analyze information, make difficult moral choices, and understand complex timelines to achieve different endings. The rich storytelling and emphasis on character interaction also enhance reading comprehension and empathy.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The primary risks are minimal, revolving around mild violence and infrequent strong language, consistent with its 'T for Teen' rating. The game's themes of death and being trapped in a time loop might be slightly unsettling for younger children, but are handled within a narrative context.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~7 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is The Forgotten City safe for kids?

LumiKin gives The Forgotten City a LumiScore of 80/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. It scores well on developmental benefits with manageable risks.

What age is The Forgotten City appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 7+ for The Forgotten City (T), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play The Forgotten City?

LumiKin's recommended play time for The Forgotten City is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of The Forgotten City?

The primary risks are minimal, revolving around mild violence and infrequent strong language, consistent with its 'T for Teen' rating. The game's themes of death and being trapped in a time loop might be slightly unsettling for younger children, but are handled within a narrative context.