
Review · Adventure · iOS · Nintendo Switch · PC
Jumanji: The Curse Returns
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 04 Jun 2026
iOS · Nintendo Switch · PC
Marmalade Game Studio
LumiScore
61/100
Good
Growth (BDS)
45
Risk (RIS)
6
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
E10+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.38 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.57 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.45 | |
Jumanji: The Curse Returns offers a fun, casual co-op adventure that encourages teamwork, communication, and strategic thinking. Players work together to solve puzzles, manage resources, and overcome challenges under time pressure, fostering emotional regulation and positive social interaction. Its accessible design makes it easy for families and friends to play together.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.10 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.06 | |
While largely benign, the game presents mild risks related to social obligation due to its cooperative nature, where players rely on each other. There are also very minor dopamine manipulation elements through variable outcomes from dice rolls, but these are inherent to board games and not designed to be highly addictive. Content risks are minimal, with mild fantasy violence against creatures and some suspenseful elements.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.