LumiKin
Metacritic 78

Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition

Frictional Games|2009ActionAdventureIndie

LumiScore

58

out of 100

Appropriate for most ages with parental supervision

Up to120min/day

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

41/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

0/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the game's survival horror genre and its focus on fear and suspense. It is a single-player experience with no online interactions or manipulative design mechanics. Consider playing it yourself or watching gameplay to assess its suitability for your child.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5
Memory & Attention3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
54
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
17
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
45
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)41/100

What your child develops

Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition offers a challenging and immersive survival horror experience that encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and strategic evasion. Its puzzle-focused gameplay and intense atmosphere provide a unique cognitive workout.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~2hReviewed May 2026

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About this game

Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition is a survival horror puzzle game developed by Frictional Games. It is a bundle of the second and the third games of the series.