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Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain!

Review · Adventure · PC · macOS · PlayStation 3

Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain!

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 16 May 2026

PC · macOS · PlayStation 3

Telltale Games · 2010

LumiScore

55/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

38

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.54
B2Social-emotional
0.27
B3Motor
0.15

Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3 offers a strong narrative experience with a focus on problem-solving, critical thinking, and reading comprehension through its dialogue-heavy gameplay and intricate puzzles. Players will engage their creativity and learning transfer skills as they adapt to new scenarios and character abilities. The episodic structure allows for manageable play sessions.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game contains mild violence and some suggestive language, consistent with its adventure game genre. There are no significant risks related to dopamine manipulation, monetization, or social pressures.

Heads up

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

Is Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain! safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain! a LumiScore of 55/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain! appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 7+ for Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain!, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain!?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain! is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They stole Max's brain!?

The game contains mild violence and some suggestive language, consistent with its adventure game genre. There are no significant risks related to dopamine manipulation, monetization, or social pressures.