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Peaky Blinders: Mastermind

Review · Adventure · PC · Xbox One · Nintendo Switch

Peaky Blinders: Mastermind

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PC · Xbox One · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4

FuturLab · 2020

LumiScore

60/100

Good

Peaky Blinders: Mastermind is a strategic puzzle-adventure that builds critical thinking and meticulous planning, but features significant mature content.

Growth (BDS)

43

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.66
B2Social-emotional
0.10
B3Motor
0.35

Peaky Blinders: Mastermind is a strategic puzzle-adventure that challenges players to think critically and plan meticulously. By controlling multiple characters and coordinating their actions, players develop problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking. The narrative-driven gameplay, based on the popular TV show, engages players in a complex plot, enhancing reading comprehension and critical analysis of story elements.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

While offering engaging strategic gameplay, Peaky Blinders: Mastermind, due to its 'Mature' ESRB rating and source material, contains significant content risks including violence, strong language, and references to substance use. Players are exposed to a narrative that romanticizes a criminal gang, which may present mild propaganda risks. However, the game is free from dopamine manipulation, monetization pressures, and social risks due to its single-player, premium model.

Heads up

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

Is Peaky Blinders: Mastermind safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Peaky Blinders: Mastermind a LumiScore of 60/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Peaky Blinders: Mastermind appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Peaky Blinders: Mastermind (M), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Peaky Blinders: Mastermind?

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

What are the main risks of Peaky Blinders: Mastermind?

While offering engaging strategic gameplay, Peaky Blinders: Mastermind, due to its 'Mature' ESRB rating and source material, contains significant content risks including violence, strong language, and references to substance use. Players are exposed to a narrative that romanticizes a criminal gang, which may present mild propaganda risks. However, the game is free from dopamine manipulation, monet