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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Review · Action · PC · PlayStation 5

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PC · PlayStation 5

Insomniac Games · 2021

LumiScore

57/100

Good

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is an action-adventure game that builds problem solving, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking through combat and platforming.

Growth (BDS)

43

Risk (RIS)

15

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.42
B2Social-emotional
0.13
B3Motor
0.45

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart offers a vibrant interdimensional adventure with engaging combat and platforming. It encourages problem-solving and strategic thinking through varied enemy encounters and environmental puzzles. The game's narrative promotes themes of heroism and cooperation, even in a single-player context, and introduces players to diverse worlds and characters.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.07
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's primary risks are minimal, revolving around mild cartoon violence. There are no significant dopamine manipulation tactics, monetization pressures, or social risks. The game is designed to be a straightforward action-adventure experience.

Heads up

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

Regulatory compliance · DSA·GDPR-K·ODDS

  • DSA:Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:Estimated from review data. Some session-extension signals; manual review required.
Avg playtime~13 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart a LumiScore of 57/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 7+ for Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart (E10+), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart?

The game's primary risks are minimal, revolving around mild cartoon violence. There are no significant dopamine manipulation tactics, monetization pressures, or social risks. The game is designed to be a straightforward action-adventure experience.