LumiKin
Goldfish

Review · Action · PC

Goldfish

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 09 Jun 2026

PC

Gabry Corti · 2025

LumiScore

68/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

52

Risk (RIS)

3

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.60
B2Social-emotional
0.23
B3Motor
0.75

Goldfish offers a rich metroidvania experience, encouraging exploration, problem-solving, and strategic thinking in a unique pirate world. Players will develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reaction time through engaging combat and platforming.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.07
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features references to alcohol with an 'alcoholic goldfish' protagonist and a quest for a 'bottle of rum,' which may be inappropriate for younger audiences. There is also moderate violence and some mild language/fear elements. While free from manipulative monetization or social risks, parents should be aware of the mature themes and content.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.

Parents ask…

Is Goldfish safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Goldfish a LumiScore of 68/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play Goldfish?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Goldfish is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Goldfish?

The game features references to alcohol with an 'alcoholic goldfish' protagonist and a quest for a 'bottle of rum,' which may be inappropriate for younger audiences. There is also moderate violence and some mild language/fear elements. While free from manipulative monetization or social risks, parents should be aware of the mature themes and content.