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Metacritic 78

Friday the 13th: Killer Puzzle

Blue Wizard Digital|2018StrategyCasualIndie

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

54/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

38/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Strategic Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $5–$20/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the game's horror theme and graphic violence in 'R' mode. Consider utilizing the 'PG' mode for a less intense experience. Monitor in-app purchases for DLC and weapon upgrades. Discuss the puzzle-solving aspects with your child to reinforce critical thinking skills.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Memory & Attention3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
62
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
0
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)38/100

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.Fails the test

Game focuses on a single male antagonist and generic victims; no significant female characters or dialogue.

Parent Pro-Tip

The game can be beneficial for developing strong cognitive skills such as problem-solving, strategic planning, and spatial reasoning. Engaging with the puzzles can help children learn to analyze situations and devise effective solutions.

What your child develops

Friday the 13th: Killer Puzzle offers significant cognitive benefits, particularly in problem-solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and critical thinking, as players navigate over 100 intricate puzzle levels. The game's design encourages logical deduction and planning.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $5–$20/moPlaytime: ~1hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Stalk and slay campers across 100+ puzzle levels with horror icon Jason Voorhees! From the campgrounds of Crystal Lake to the highrises of Manhattan, from supermax prisons to snowy ski resorts, Jason will terrorize victims across the world (and maybe even beyond).