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SIMULACRA 2

Review · RPG · iOS · Android · PC

SIMULACRA 2

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 17 May 2026

iOS · Android · PC

Kaigan Games OÜ · 2019

LumiScore

59/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

42

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

—

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.60
B2Social-emotional
0.33
B3Motor
0.10

SIMULACRA 2 offers significant cognitive benefits, particularly in problem-solving, critical thinking, and memory, as players piece together clues to solve a complex mystery. Its text-heavy format also strongly supports reading and language development.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's horror theme and mature content, including an unnatural death, contribute to a moderate risk level for fear/horror, violence, and potentially language. However, it exhibits very low risks related to dopamine manipulation, monetization, and social pressures due to its single-player, narrative-focused design with no microtransactions or social features.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~3 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is SIMULACRA 2 safe for kids?

LumiKin gives SIMULACRA 2 a LumiScore of 59/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play SIMULACRA 2?

LumiKin's recommended play time for SIMULACRA 2 is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of SIMULACRA 2?

The game's horror theme and mature content, including an unnatural death, contribute to a moderate risk level for fear/horror, violence, and potentially language. However, it exhibits very low risks related to dopamine manipulation, monetization, and social pressures due to its single-player, narrative-focused design with no microtransactions or social features.