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Shadow Hearts: From the New World

Review · Adventure · PlayStation 2

Shadow Hearts: From the New World

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 2

Nootilus · 2005

LumiScore

77/100

Recommended

Shadow Hearts: From the New World is an RPG that encourages problem-solving and strategic thinking, containing moderate fantasy violence and supernatural themes.

Growth (BDS)

65

Risk (RIS)

6

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

13+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.88
B2Social-emotional
0.40
B3Motor
0.45

Shadow Hearts: From the New World offers a rich, story-driven RPG experience that encourages problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical analysis through its narrative and combat systems. Players will develop memory and attention skills tracking quests and lore, while engaging with diverse characters and ethical dilemmas. The game provides a compelling adventure that fosters learning and adaptation.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.13
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game contains moderate fantasy violence and some elements of fear/horror due to its supernatural themes and monster encounters, consistent with its Teen rating. While it is a single-player experience with no direct social risks or monetization pressures, players should be aware of the content themes.

Heads up

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

Is Shadow Hearts: From the New World safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Shadow Hearts: From the New World a LumiScore of 77/100, recommended for ages 13 and up. It scores well on developmental benefits with manageable risks.

What age is Shadow Hearts: From the New World appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 13+ for Shadow Hearts: From the New World (T), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Shadow Hearts: From the New World?

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

What are the main risks of Shadow Hearts: From the New World?

The game contains moderate fantasy violence and some elements of fear/horror due to its supernatural themes and monster encounters, consistent with its Teen rating. While it is a single-player experience with no direct social risks or monetization pressures, players should be aware of the content themes.