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Infested Planet

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Infested Planet

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

macOS · PC

Rocket Bear Games · 2013

Ludograph rating

B

Good

59 /100

Infested Planet is a real-time strategy game that builds problem-solving and strategic thinking, but features intense violence and gore.

06010030BenefitLow riskB 43 · R 6
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

43

Risk (RIS)

6

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.72
B2Social-emotional
0.00
B3Motor
0.35

Infested Planet is a real-time strategy game that challenges players with complex tactical combat against a constantly evolving alien horde. It fosters strong problem-solving, strategic thinking, and adaptive learning skills as players must continuously devise new tactics and weapon loadouts to counter alien mutations. The procedural maps ensure fresh challenges and encourage creative solutions.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.13
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features intense, strategic violence against alien creatures, with blood and gore present due to the ESRB M rating. The constant threat of being overwhelmed by the alien horde and the need to make difficult tactical decisions can contribute to a sense of pressure and stress.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.00
R4.3Language
0.33
R4.4Substance References
0.00
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.67

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: meets criteria

  • DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.

These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.

Parents ask…

Is Infested Planet safe for kids?

Ludograph gives Infested Planet a rating of 59/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Infested Planet appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Infested Planet, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Infested Planet?

We don't publish a daily session budget for Infested Planet: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of Infested Planet?

The game features intense, strategic violence against alien creatures, with blood and gore present due to the ESRB M rating. The constant threat of being overwhelmed by the alien horde and the need to make difficult tactical decisions can contribute to a sense of pressure and stress.