Review · Adventure · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · macOS
SIMULACRA
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 22 May 2026
PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · macOS · Android · iOS · PC
Kaigan Games OÜ · 2017
LumiScore
56/100
Good
Growth (BDS)
39
Risk (RIS)
0
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
T
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.60 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.23 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.10 | |
SIMULACRA offers a unique and immersive narrative experience that strongly engages critical thinking, problem-solving, and reading comprehension skills. Players must analyze clues, decipher messages, and piece together a complex story, fostering strong deductive reasoning and attention to detail. The game's focus on empathy for the missing character and ethical considerations of digital privacy adds a valuable social-emotional dimension.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
The primary risks in SIMULACRA stem from its horror content, which may be unsettling for some players due to themes of disappearance and psychological tension. While the game avoids manipulative monetization or social mechanics, its immersive nature could lead to extended play sessions. The game's premise of invading digital privacy, while a narrative device, could also raise questions about digital ethics.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.