Metacritic 7817+

Ruiner

Item: Ruiner
Rating: 58
Author: LumiKin

Devolver Digital|2017ActionShooter

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LumiScore

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 17+ with parental supervision

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

42/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

6/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Ruiner is a challenging top-down shooter that requires quick reflexes and strategic thinking. It contains strong violence and mature themes, so parental discretion is advised. Consider playing in shorter sessions due to the intensity of the gameplay.

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Top Skills Developed

Strategic Thinking5/5

Adaptive Challenge5/5

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5

Reaction Time5/5

Problem Solving3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.

Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.

Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.

Overall Benefit Score (BDS)42/100

What your child develops

Ruiner challenges players with fast-paced combat and strategic decision-making, requiring them to adapt to new abilities and enemy types. The hacking mechanics encourage creative problem-solving within the game's environment.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~4hReviewed May 2026

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Parent Tips

💡 LumiKin

Try playing the first session together with your child — it's a great way to understand the game's tone and set expectations around time and spending before they play independently.

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