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Overgrowth

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Overgrowth

Reviewed: 28 May 2026

macOS · PC · Linux

Wolfire · 2017

Ludograph rating

C

Mixed

52 /100

06010030BenefitLow riskB 35 · R 0
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

35

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.46
B2Social-emotional
0.10
B3Motor
0.45

Overgrowth offers a unique physics-based combat system that encourages strategic thinking and problem-solving. Players can explore levels freely, fostering creativity in task completion. The advanced AI provides a challenging and adaptive experience.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features a moderate level of violence with hand-to-hand combat. While there are no microtransactions or social risks, the early access nature means content may evolve.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.00
R4.3Language
0.33
R4.4Substance References
0.00
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.33

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: 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.

Parents ask…

Is Overgrowth safe for kids?

Ludograph gives Overgrowth a rating of 52/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It delivers genuine benefits but carries design risks that deserve a close look.

What age is Overgrowth appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Overgrowth, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Overgrowth?

We don't publish a daily session budget for Overgrowth: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of Overgrowth?

The game features a moderate level of violence with hand-to-hand combat. While there are no microtransactions or social risks, the early access nature means content may evolve.