Review · RPG · iOS · PC · Linux
Mountain
Reviewed: 17 May 2026
iOS · PC · Linux · macOS
David O'Reilly · 2014
Ludograph rating
Growth (BDS)
1
Risk (RIS)
0
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
10+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.02 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.00 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.00 | |
Mountain offers a unique, contemplative experience that can promote relaxation and mindfulness. Its hands-off approach allows players to engage with it as a digital art piece, fostering a sense of calm.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
Due to its minimalist design, Mountain offers very limited interactive gameplay, which may not appeal to those seeking traditional gaming challenges or narrative depth. There are no social or competitive elements, reducing opportunities for social skill development.
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.