Metacritic 73
The Darkside Detective
Spooky Doorway|2017ActionAdventureCasual
LumiScore
53
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 7+ with parental supervision
Up to120min/day
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💸 Monthly cost: Free
Growth
36/100
Developing
Growth Value
Risk
0/100
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Parent Pro-Tip
Parents can enjoy playing alongside their children, discussing the mysteries and clues, and appreciating the game's unique humor.
Top Skills Developed
Problem Solving5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Strategic Thinking3/5
Memory & Attention3/5
Development Areas
CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
54
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
23
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
10
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)36/100
What your child develops
The game encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and reading comprehension through its engaging mystery narratives and humorous dialogue.
Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~3hReviewed May 2026
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Where cultists crawl, where demons dwell, where the occult… occults? *ahem* That's where you’ll find Detective Francis McQueen, the lead investigator of the criminally underfunded Darkside Division.