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Machinarium

Review · Adventure · Android · PS Vita · macOS

Machinarium

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Android · PS Vita · macOS · PC · iOS · PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · Linux · Nintendo Switch

Amanita Design · 2009

LumiScore

48/100

Caution

Machinarium is a charming point-and-click adventure game that primarily benefits problem solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness through engaging puzzles.

Growth (BDS)

32

Risk (RIS)

8

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.58
B2Social-emotional
0.20
B3Motor
0.35

Machinarium is a charming point-and-click adventure game that primarily benefits cognitive development through engaging puzzles. Players will exercise problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and critical analysis to progress through the game's intricate challenges. The game's unique visual storytelling also encourages attention to detail and creative interpretation.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

Machinarium presents minimal risks. The stylized violence is cartoonish and infrequent, unlikely to cause distress. There are no monetization pressures, social risks, or dopamine manipulation tactics present in the game.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.

Regulatory compliance · DSA·GDPR-K·ODDS

  • DSA:Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:Estimated from review data. Game has natural stopping points and low session-extension risk.
Avg playtime~3 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Machinarium safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Machinarium a LumiScore of 48/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. There are notable risks worth knowing before letting kids play.

What age is Machinarium appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 7+ for Machinarium (E10+), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Machinarium?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Machinarium is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Machinarium?

Machinarium presents minimal risks. The stylized violence is cartoonish and infrequent, unlikely to cause distress. There are no monetization pressures, social risks, or dopamine manipulation tactics present in the game.