The Adventures of Sam Carlisle: The Hunt for the Lost Treasure

Givit Game Studios|2017AdventureIndiePlatformer

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

61/ 100

GOOD

120+ min/day recommended

Growth

46/100

Growth Value

Problem Solving
Spatial Awareness
Learning Transfer

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is a great choice for developing cognitive skills like problem-solving and strategic thinking in a safe, single-player environment. There are no in-game purchases or social pressures, making it a straightforward and engaging experience.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5

Spatial Awareness5/5

Learning Transfer5/5

Adaptive Challenge5/5

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.

Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.

Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.

Overall Benefit Score (BDS)46/100

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

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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

Only one named character (Sam Carlisle) is mentioned. No other characters or dialogue are described to assess the Bechdel test.

Parent Pro-Tip

Enhances problem-solving, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking. Offers a clear progression through 100 levels. Free from monetization pressures and social risks.

What your child develops

The game is a 2D Puzzle Platformer with 100 handcrafted levels and 10 different game mechanics, promoting strong problem-solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and learning transfer. Players will develop their skills as they navigate challenging environments without relying on character powers or weapons.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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Parent Tips

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About this game

100 LevelsA 100 handcrafted levels is designed for this game 10 Different Game MechanicsWith 10 Chapters in the game, each chapter has different game mechanics. Full XBox Controller supportWith great experiences in this game, if you play with an XBox controller you will get an expiernce of a life time.