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heartpulse

ACE:DEV|2020PuzzlePlatformer

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

53/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

37/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Reaction Time

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to describe their thought process when solving puzzles in heartpulse. Discuss how they anticipate changes in the environment and adapt their strategies. This game is excellent for developing logical reasoning and fine motor skills in short, manageable bursts.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
48
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.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)37/100

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
0/3
Ethnic diversity
0/3

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.N/A — no named characters

No named characters or dialogue to assess.

Parent Pro-Tip

Develops problem-solving, critical thinking, spatial awareness, and reaction time. Offers a safe, non-addictive, and non-monetized gaming experience with natural stopping points.

What your child develops

heartpulse is a charming puzzle platformer that encourages problem-solving, spatial awareness, and quick reflexes. Its unique mechanic of world-changing jumps provides a fresh challenge, fostering critical thinking and adaptive learning. The short, self-contained levels make it easy to pick up and play for brief, engaging sessions.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

In heartpulse, you play as a little heart that must make it's way from one end of the screen to the other. However, with each jump, the heart beats, changing the world around you.