Review · Adventure · macOS · Nintendo Switch · Android
Reigns: Game of Thrones
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 02 Jun 2026
macOS · Nintendo Switch · Android · PC · Linux · iOS
Devolver Digital · 2018
LumiScore
58/100
Good
Growth (BDS)
43
Risk (RIS)
9
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
—
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.66 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.27 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.10 | |
Reigns: Game of Thrones is a compelling strategy and decision-making game that significantly develops cognitive skills. Players are constantly engaged in problem-solving, strategic and critical thinking as they navigate complex political scenarios. The game demands strong reading comprehension and memory to understand dialogue and recall past decisions, fostering learning transfer as players adapt to different outcomes. The adaptive challenge ensures a dynamic and engaging experience.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.20 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
The game presents minimal risks. Content risks are mild, with some implied violence and mature themes consistent with the Game of Thrones universe, though presented in a somewhat comical style. There are no manipulative dopamine mechanics, monetization pressures, or social risks due to its single-player nature and lack of microtransactions.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.