Olija
LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.
Growth
41/100
Growth Value
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Reaction Time
- Problem Solving
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Olija is a single-player action-adventure game with a focus on exploration and story. It features combat and an atmospheric, sometimes unsettling, world. There are no microtransactions, loot boxes, or online social features, making it a safe choice in terms of monetization and stranger interaction. Parents should be aware of the moderate fantasy violence.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.
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.— Passes the test
Based on the description, the presence of 'enigmatic lady Olija' and other potential female characters suggests a possibility of two named female characters talking about something other than a man. However, without more detailed narrative information, this is an inference.
Parent Pro-Tip
This game can help develop problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and hand-eye coordination. Its narrative and exploration elements can also foster reading comprehension and critical thinking.
What your child develops
Olija offers a rich single-player adventure focused on exploration, combat, and narrative. It encourages problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness through its challenging world and harpoon mechanics. The game provides a compelling story and world to discover, fostering learning transfer and adaptive challenge.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Olija is a game about Faraday's quest, a man shipwrecked then trapped in the mysterious country of Terraphage. Armed with a legendary harpoon, he and other castaways try to leave this hostile country to return to their homelands.