SteamWorld Dig
LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.
Growth
43/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage your child to set time limits for their mining expeditions. Discuss the strategies they use to explore the mines and manage their resources.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.
Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.— N/A — no named characters
No information available to determine if two female characters talk to each other about something other than a man.
Parent Pro-Tip
This helps children develop self-regulation skills and reinforces the cognitive benefits of strategic planning and resource management present in the game.
What your child develops
SteamWorld Dig offers a rich single-player experience focused on exploration, resource management, and problem-solving. Players will engage their critical and strategic thinking skills as they navigate procedurally generated mines, uncover ancient secrets, and upgrade their robot protagonist, Rusty. The game provides a sense of accomplishment through continuous progression and discovery.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
SteamWorld Dig is an independent platforming action game developed by Image & Form. It is the second installment in the series.