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Metacritic 7913+

Jotun: Valhalla Edition

Thunder Lotus|2015ActionIndie
PS4SwitchPCXbox OneLinuxmacOS

LumiScore

57

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 13+ with parental supervision

Up to120min/day

Growth

40/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

0/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Jotun is an excellent choice for players interested in rich storytelling, cultural exploration, and artistic presentation. Its focus on narrative and exploration over continuous action makes it less prone to over-engagement, and the absence of microtransactions ensures a straightforward purchase experience.

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Benefits

Top Skills Developed

Reading & Language5/5
Learning Transfer5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
62
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
7
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)40/100

What your child develops

Jotun: Valhalla Edition offers a rich cultural experience, immersing players in Nordic mythology through its stunning hand-drawn art, authentic voice acting, and engaging narrative. It promotes cognitive skills such as problem-solving, spatial awareness, and critical thinking through exploration and strategic combat. The game also encourages learning and transfer of knowledge about ancient folklore.

Risks

Dopamine ManipulationVariable rewards, streaks, FOMO events, near-miss mechanics, and other design patterns that exploit reward psychology.LOW

Variable rewards, streaks, FOMO events, and other engagement mechanics

Monetization PressureIn-app purchases, pay-to-win mechanics, virtual currency obfuscation, spending prompts, and ad pressure.LOW

In-app purchases, pay-to-win elements, and spending prompts

Social RiskSocial obligations, competitive toxicity, stranger interaction, social comparison, and privacy concerns.LOW

Social obligation, competitive toxicity, stranger interaction

Content (not in risk score)Violence, language, sexual content, and other age-related content factors. Shown separately — does not affect the time recommendation.LOW

Violence, language, and other content factors — context depends on age

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

What to watch for

The game presents minimal risks, with no manipulative dopamine mechanics, monetization pressures, or social risks. Content risks are low, primarily involving moderate fantasy violence suitable for its Teen rating.

Detected Tactics

✓ No manipulative tactics detected

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~3hReviewed May 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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