Review · Action · PC · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4
Rain World
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 01 May 2026
PC · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4
Adult Swim · 2017
LumiScore
62/100
Good
Rain World is an action-adventure game that builds problem solving and strategic thinking as players learn its complex ecosystem, though it is quite difficult.
Growth (BDS)
48
Risk (RIS)
11
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
13+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.68 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.13 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.50 | |
Rain World strongly promotes problem-solving, strategic thinking, and adaptive challenge as players must learn the complex ecosystem and outwit predators to survive. It also develops spatial awareness and critical thinking in navigating its expansive and dangerous world. Players will experience a sense of accomplishment through overcoming significant challenges.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.23 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
The primary risks in Rain World stem from its high difficulty, demanding nature, and persistent threat of death. This can lead to frustration and a sense of hopelessness. The game can also be quite isolating due to its solitary nature. The game features frequent, albeit non-graphic, violence as the player character is often preyed upon or must hunt to survive. The constant threat of being eaten by larger creatures and the overall bleak atmosphere can be frightening for some players.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.