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Metacritic 71

J.U.L.I.A.: Among the Stars

CBE Software|2014AdventureIndiePuzzle

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

58/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

41/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading & Language

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is an excellent choice for players who enjoy immersive narratives and intellectual challenges. It provides a safe and engaging single-player experience.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Reading & Language5/5
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.
66
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
20
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
10
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)41/100

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
3/3
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.Passes the test

The main character, Rachel, is female and communicates with J.U.L.I.A., a female-named AI, about the mission and mysteries, not about men.

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourages critical thinking, reading, and problem-solving in a safe, single-player environment with no predatory monetization or social pressures.

What your child develops

J.U.L.I.A.: Among the Stars offers significant benefits in cognitive development, particularly in problem-solving, critical thinking, and reading comprehension through its rich narrative and puzzle-driven gameplay. Players will engage deeply with the story and mysteries, fostering intellectual curiosity.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~5hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

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