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Teslagrad
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 01 May 2026
Xbox One · Wii U · Android · PS Vita · PlayStation 4 · PlayStation 3 · Nintendo Switch · macOS · PC · Linux · iOS
Playdigious · 2013
LumiScore
49/100
Caution
Teslagrad is a puzzle-platformer that builds problem solving and spatial awareness through unique magnetism mechanics, but its difficulty can be frustrating for some.
Growth (BDS)
34
Risk (RIS)
11
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
7+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.52 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.00 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.45 | |
Teslagrad offers a rich, challenging puzzle-platforming experience that fosters problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity through its unique magnetism mechanics and voiceless storytelling. Players explore a beautifully hand-drawn steampunk world, engaging in complex puzzles and old-school boss fights that demand ingenuity and skill.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
While Teslagrad is largely free of manipulative design or monetization pressures, its challenging puzzles can lead to frustration. The game's narrative involves a despotic king, which, while common in the genre, presents a mild level of propaganda. Content risks are minimal, with mild violence in boss fights and a slightly dystopic setting.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.