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Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time

Review · Adventure · PlayStation 3 · PS Vita

Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 Jun 2026

PlayStation 3 · PS Vita

Sony Interactive Entertainment · 2013

LumiScore

56/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

39

Risk (RIS)

3

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

E10+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.54
B2Social-emotional
0.10
B3Motor
0.45

Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time is a stealth-action platformer that encourages problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness through its intricate level design and character-switching mechanics. Players engage with a rich narrative involving time travel and historical preservation, fostering reading comprehension and learning transfer as they master new abilities and suits.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.07
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

While generally low-risk, the game incorporates mild variable rewards through hidden collectibles, which could encourage extended play sessions. The E10+ rating indicates mild cartoon violence and language, which parents should be aware of.

Heads up

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

Is Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time a LumiScore of 56/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time?

While generally low-risk, the game incorporates mild variable rewards through hidden collectibles, which could encourage extended play sessions. The E10+ rating indicates mild cartoon violence and language, which parents should be aware of.