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Remnant: From the Ashes

Review · Action · PC · Nintendo Switch · Xbox One

Remnant: From the Ashes

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PC · Nintendo Switch · Xbox One · PlayStation 4

Gunfire Games · 2019

LumiScore

75/100

Recommended

Remnant: From the Ashes is an action-adventure RPG that promotes problem solving and strategic thinking through challenging cooperative gameplay, best for older teens.

Growth (BDS)

60

Risk (RIS)

2

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.72
B2Social-emotional
0.43
B3Motor
0.55

Remnant: From the Ashes offers a challenging and engaging cooperative experience, fostering problem-solving, strategic thinking, and adaptive learning in dynamically generated worlds. Players can customize their characters and work together to overcome diverse threats, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.03
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features intense combat against various creatures and terrifying environments, which may be unsuitable for younger players. While cooperative, the focus on survival and combat could be intense. However, it lacks manipulative dopamine mechanics, monetization pressure, or social risks like competitive toxicity or stranger chat.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~7 hReviewedApr 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Remnant: From the Ashes safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Remnant: From the Ashes a LumiScore of 75/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It scores well on developmental benefits with manageable risks.

What age is Remnant: From the Ashes appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Remnant: From the Ashes (E), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Remnant: From the Ashes?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Remnant: From the Ashes is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Remnant: From the Ashes?

The game features intense combat against various creatures and terrifying environments, which may be unsuitable for younger players. While cooperative, the focus on survival and combat could be intense. However, it lacks manipulative dopamine mechanics, monetization pressure, or social risks like competitive toxicity or stranger chat.