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Metacritic 83

The End Is Nigh

Nicalis|2017ActionAdventureIndie

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

56/ 100
GOOD
90 min/day recommended

Growth

43/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Adaptive Challenge

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

This game offers a substantial challenge for players who enjoy demanding platformers, fostering strong cognitive and motor skills. Be aware of its dark and somewhat morbid themes, which might not be suitable for younger or more sensitive children. The lack of microtransactions and online social features makes it a safe choice in terms of spending and social interaction.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Fine Motor5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
56
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
0
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
75
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
0/3
Ethnic diversity
0/3

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.Fails the test

Only one main character, Ash, is mentioned. No other named female characters or conversations between women.

Parent Pro-Tip

Excellent for developing problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and motor skills. No hidden costs or social risks.

What your child develops

The End Is Nigh is a challenging platformer that significantly develops cognitive skills such as problem-solving, spatial awareness, fine motor control, and reaction time. Its extensive content and adaptive challenge provide a rich environment for learning and skill transfer.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~4hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

If you are reading this you are probably dead... Just kidding, you aren't dead...