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Metacritic 7017+

Oddworld: Soulstorm

Oddworld Inhabitants|2021ActionAdventureIndie

LumiScore

67

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 17+ with parental supervision

120+ min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

52/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Reaction Time

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the game's Mature (M) rating, indicating significant violence and potentially disturbing themes. It's best suited for older teenagers and adults. Engage with your child about the game's 'dark parable' to discuss themes of oppression and ethical choices.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Strategic Thinking4/5
Adaptive Challenge4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
58
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
30
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
70
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)52/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
1/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.Fails the test

The narrative primarily focuses on the male protagonist, Abe, and his conflict. It is unlikely to feature two named female characters talking to each other about something other than a man.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game can foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and empathy through its challenging gameplay and deep narrative. Discussing the game's themes can also be a valuable opportunity for ethical reasoning and understanding complex societal issues.

What your child develops

Oddworld: Soulstorm offers a rich, narrative-driven action-adventure experience that challenges players with complex problem-solving, strategic thinking, and precise motor skills. Its dark parable encourages empathy and ethical reasoning through its compelling story.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

"Witness Abe's horrifying conflict with a terrifying new machination in this fresh narrative adventure. Oddworld Soulstorm represents a big visual and cinematic leap aiming that breaks new ground for Oddworld.