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Osmos
Reviewed: 21 Apr 2026
Android · iOS · PC · macOS · Linux
Hemisphere Games · 2009
Ludograph rating
B
Good
59 /100
Osmos is a physics-based arcade game that encourages problem solving and spatial awareness through its unique gameplay.
Growth (BDS)
44
Risk (RIS)
12
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
10+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.68 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.03 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.45 | |
Osmos offers a unique blend of physics-based puzzle-solving and strategic thinking, fostering strong cognitive skills like problem-solving, spatial awareness, and critical thinking. Its ambient design promotes a calm and focused experience, while the adaptive challenge keeps players engaged and learning.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.23 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.04 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
While generally low-risk, the procedural content could lead to extended play sessions. The game's abstract nature limits opportunities for social-emotional development or diverse representation.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 0.00 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.00 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.00 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.00 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.00 | |
Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.
Regulatory design checks · DSA — Not yet assessed·GDPR-K — Not yet assessed·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.
- GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.
- 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.