LumiKin
Maize

Review · Action · macOS · PC · PlayStation 4

Maize

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 20 May 2026

macOS · PC · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One

Finish Line Games · 2016

LumiScore

49/100

Caution

Growth (BDS)

33

Risk (RIS)

5

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

—

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.50
B2Social-emotional
0.03
B3Motor
0.35

Maize offers a challenging horror survival experience that engages cognitive skills like spatial awareness, problem-solving, and critical thinking through maze navigation, item collection, and enemy evasion. It provides a moderate test of reaction time and hand-eye coordination.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.10
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's horror elements contribute to a high fear/horror risk. While not explicitly violent, the presence of ghostly/demonic enemies suggests a moderate level of threat. There are minimal dopamine manipulation risks and no monetization or social risks.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~1 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Maize safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Maize a LumiScore of 49/100. There are notable risks worth knowing before letting kids play.

How long should kids play Maize?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Maize is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Maize?

The game's horror elements contribute to a high fear/horror risk. While not explicitly violent, the presence of ghostly/demonic enemies suggests a moderate level of threat. There are minimal dopamine manipulation risks and no monetization or social risks.