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
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.66 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.10 | |
| B3 | Motor | 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
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social 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.