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Torment: Tides of Numenera

Review · Adventure · Xbox One · PlayStation 4 · PC

Torment: Tides of Numenera

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Xbox One · PlayStation 4 · PC · macOS · Linux

Techland · 2017

LumiScore

65/100

Good

Torment: Tides of Numenera is an adventure RPG that cultivates reading comprehension, problem-solving, and strategic thinking through its rich, narrative-driven experience.

Growth (BDS)

48

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

13+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.66
B2Social-emotional
0.40
B3Motor
0.15

Torment: Tides of Numenera offers a rich, narrative-driven experience that encourages critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and deep engagement with its unique fantasy world. Players can explore complex moral choices and develop problem-solving skills through its intricate plot and character interactions.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

While primarily a single-player experience with minimal manipulative mechanics, the game does contain some mild violence and potentially dark themes related to its plot, which may require parental guidance for younger players.

Heads up

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

Parents ask…

Is Torment: Tides of Numenera safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Torment: Tides of Numenera a LumiScore of 65/100, recommended for ages 13 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Torment: Tides of Numenera appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 13+ for Torment: Tides of Numenera, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Torment: Tides of Numenera?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Torment: Tides of Numenera is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Torment: Tides of Numenera?

While primarily a single-player experience with minimal manipulative mechanics, the game does contain some mild violence and potentially dark themes related to its plot, which may require parental guidance for younger players.