Review · RPG · Linux · macOS · PC
Merchant of the Skies
Reviewed: 23 May 2026
Linux · macOS · PC · Nintendo Switch · Xbox One
Coldwild Games · 2019
Ludograph rating
Growth (BDS)
33
Risk (RIS)
0
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
–
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.64 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.00 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.05 | |
Merchant of the Skies offers a peaceful trading and management simulation experience. Players can develop strategic thinking through optimizing trade routes and resource management, and engage problem-solving skills to overcome economic challenges. The open-ended sandbox nature fosters creativity in building and expanding their trade empire.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
The game presents minimal risks, as it lacks competitive elements, social interaction, or exploitative monetization practices. The content is mild, with no violence, sexual themes, or strong language.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 0.00 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.00 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.00 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.00 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.00 | |
Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.
Regulatory design checks · DSA — Assessed: meets criteria·GDPR-K — Assessed: meets criteria·ODDS — Assessed: meets criteria
- DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
- GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
- ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.
These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.