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Orphans

Review · Adventure · PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 4

Orphans

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 14 Jun 2026

PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 4 · PC · iOS · Nintendo Switch · Xbox One

Infinity Gears Studios · 2025

LumiScore

82/100

Recommended

Growth (BDS)

70

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

13+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.66
B2Social-emotional
0.80
B3Motor
0.65

Orphans promotes strong cognitive skills such as problem-solving, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking through its intricate traps and environmental puzzles. It fosters social-emotional development by emphasizing teamwork, empathy, and positive social interaction as Victoria works with other orphans to escape. Motor skills like hand-eye coordination and reaction time are also developed through dexterity-based gameplay and slingshot mechanics.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game contains moderate levels of fear and violence, with humanoid creatures pursuing Victoria and the use of a slingshot for distraction. However, it exhibits no signs of dopamine manipulation, monetization pressure, or social risks, making it a relatively safe choice in these areas.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.

Parents ask…

Is Orphans safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Orphans a LumiScore of 82/100, recommended for ages 13 and up. It scores well on developmental benefits with manageable risks.

What age is Orphans appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 13+ for Orphans (T), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Orphans?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Orphans is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Orphans?

The game contains moderate levels of fear and violence, with humanoid creatures pursuing Victoria and the use of a slingshot for distraction. However, it exhibits no signs of dopamine manipulation, monetization pressure, or social risks, making it a relatively safe choice in these areas.