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Oddworld: Soulstorm

Review · Action · Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 5 · PC

Oddworld: Soulstorm

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 5 · PC · PlayStation 4

Oddworld Inhabitants · 2021

LumiScore

59/100

Good

Oddworld: Soulstorm is an action-adventure game that builds strategic thinking and problem-solving through complex environments, with significant violence and dark themes.

Growth (BDS)

42

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.50
B2Social-emotional
0.27
B3Motor
0.45

Oddworld: Soulstorm offers a challenging and thought-provoking experience, encouraging players to use strategic thinking and problem-solving to navigate complex environments. It promotes empathy through its narrative, highlighting the plight of the oppressed Mudokons.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game contains significant violence and dark themes, with a strong sense of fear and horror, which may be disturbing for younger players. The narrative also includes potentially sensitive themes of exploitation and rebellion.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
ReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Oddworld: Soulstorm safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Oddworld: Soulstorm a LumiScore of 59/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Oddworld: Soulstorm appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Oddworld: Soulstorm (M), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Oddworld: Soulstorm?

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

What are the main risks of Oddworld: Soulstorm?

The game contains significant violence and dark themes, with a strong sense of fear and horror, which may be disturbing for younger players. The narrative also includes potentially sensitive themes of exploitation and rebellion.