Review · Action · Xbox One · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4
Olija
Reviewed: 30 Apr 2026
Xbox One · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4 · PC
Thomas Olsson · 2021
Ludograph rating
B
Good
58 /100
Olija is an adventure game that builds problem solving and spatial awareness through exploration and a compelling story, with mild combat elements.
Growth (BDS)
41
Risk (RIS)
2
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
7+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.46 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.30 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.45 | |
Olija offers a compelling narrative experience with a focus on exploration and discovery. Players will engage their problem-solving skills to navigate the environment and overcome obstacles. The game's unique art style and atmospheric design contribute to an immersive experience.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.03 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
While not overtly violent, the game features combat and some instances of peril, which may be unsettling for very young players. The emotional tone can be somber at times, dealing with themes of isolation and adversity.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 0.33 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.00 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.00 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.00 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.33 | |
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.