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Metacritic 58

Shelter 2

Might and Delight|2015AdventureSimulationCasual
macOSPCLinux

LumiScore

46

out of 100

Use with parental oversight — some design risks present

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

30/100

Limited

Growth Value

Risk

2/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Shelter 2 is a single-player game where you guide a mother lynx and her cubs through a wilderness environment. It's a game about survival and nurturing. The game can be quite poignant due to the challenges of protecting your cubs from dangers in the wild. Discuss with your child the themes of nature, survival, and responsibility that the game presents.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5
Memory & Attention3/5
Learning Transfer3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
38
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
30
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
10
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)30/100

What your child develops

Shelter 2 offers a unique and emotionally resonant experience focused on nurturing and survival. Players develop empathy and responsibility by caring for their lynx cubs. The game subtly encourages strategic thinking for survival and exploration. It provides a relatively calm and reflective experience, suitable for players seeking a different pace than action-oriented games.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~3hReviewed May 2026

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About this game

Shelter 2 is a survival game, set in the tundra. It is a sequel of Shelter.