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The Guest

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The Guest

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PC · macOS

Team Gotham · 2016

LumiScore

58/100

Good

The Guest is a psychological horror game that builds emotional regulation and problem-solving through puzzles, suited for older kids comfortable with intense tension.

Growth (BDS)

41

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

13+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.50
B2Social-emotional
0.23
B3Motor
0.45

The Guest offers a tense and immersive psychological horror experience, challenging players with puzzles and requiring emotional regulation to navigate fear. It provides a rich, story-driven adventure that encourages critical thinking and spatial awareness.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's core focus on psychological horror and fear means it may not be suitable for players sensitive to intense tension or jump scares. The developer explicitly warns players who are afraid of the dark, have heart problems, or are afraid of being alone.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~4 hReviewedApr 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is The Guest safe for kids?

LumiKin gives The Guest a LumiScore of 58/100, recommended for ages 13 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is The Guest appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 13+ for The Guest, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play The Guest?

LumiKin's recommended play time for The Guest is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of The Guest?

The game's core focus on psychological horror and fear means it may not be suitable for players sensitive to intense tension or jump scares. The developer explicitly warns players who are afraid of the dark, have heart problems, or are afraid of being alone.