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Goodbye Deponia

Review · Adventure · PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch · macOS

Goodbye Deponia

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch · macOS · PC · Xbox One

Daedalic Entertainment · 2013

LumiScore

46/100

Caution

Goodbye Deponia is an adventure game that builds problem-solving and reading comprehension through engaging puzzles and dialogue, with mild cartoon violence.

Growth (BDS)

31

Risk (RIS)

7

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.58
B2Social-emotional
0.17
B3Motor
0.20

Goodbye Deponia is a classic point-and-click adventure game that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and reading comprehension through its engaging puzzles and extensive dialogue. Players will need to pay close attention to details and experiment with different solutions to progress. The game's unique art style and humorous writing provide an entertaining experience.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game contains mild cartoon violence and some crude language, consistent with its T rating. The protagonist's cynical and selfish personality might not be suitable for very young children.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~5 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Goodbye Deponia safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Goodbye Deponia a LumiScore of 46/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. There are notable risks worth knowing before letting kids play.

What age is Goodbye Deponia appropriate for?

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

How long should kids play Goodbye Deponia?

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

What are the main risks of Goodbye Deponia?

The game contains mild cartoon violence and some crude language, consistent with its T rating. The protagonist's cynical and selfish personality might not be suitable for very young children.