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Toby: The Secret Mine

Review · Action · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · Wii U

Toby: The Secret Mine

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 16 May 2026

PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · Wii U · Nintendo Switch · Android · iOS · PC · Linux · macOS

Headup Games · 2015

LumiScore

63/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

46

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

T

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.60
B2Social-emotional
0.10
B3Motor
0.65

Toby: The Secret Mine is a challenging puzzle platformer that significantly engages cognitive skills such as problem-solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and critical thinking. Players will also develop hand-eye coordination and reaction time as they navigate its dangerous world. The game offers a rich, atmospheric experience with diverse puzzles and environments, providing hours of engaging gameplay.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The primary risks in Toby: The Secret Mine are related to its content, featuring a dark and creepy atmosphere that might be frightening for some players, and minimal stylized violence. However, the game is free from dopamine manipulation, monetization pressures, and social risks, making it a relatively safe choice in these areas.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~3 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Toby: The Secret Mine safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Toby: The Secret Mine a LumiScore of 63/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play Toby: The Secret Mine?

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

What are the main risks of Toby: The Secret Mine?

The primary risks in Toby: The Secret Mine are related to its content, featuring a dark and creepy atmosphere that might be frightening for some players, and minimal stylized violence. However, the game is free from dopamine manipulation, monetization pressures, and social risks, making it a relatively safe choice in these areas.