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Metacritic 59

Subject 13

Microids|2015AdventureIndiePuzzle

LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.

59/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

43/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Strategic Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should engage with their children during gameplay to discuss the puzzles and story elements. This game is ideal for fostering cognitive skills in a focused, single-player environment.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Memory & Attention5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
80
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
3
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
10
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)43/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
1/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

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 provided in the game description to assess the Bechdel test.

Parent Pro-Tip

Playing Subject 13 can significantly enhance a child's problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and attention to detail. It encourages perseverance and logical deduction through its challenging puzzles.

What your child develops

Subject 13 is a classic adventure game that challenges players with intricate puzzles and a compelling mystery. It fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and spatial awareness as players explore a rich, interactive world.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~4hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Subject 13 is the new adventure game developed by Paul Cuisset—the man behind "Flashback", "Future Wars: Adventures in Time" and "Moto Racer"—in partnership with Microïds. This is a true adventure game.