Review · RPG · PC · Linux · macOS
Tyranny
Reviewed: 30 Apr 2026
PC · Linux · macOS
Obsidian Entertainment · 2016
Ludograph rating
A
Recommended
76 /100
Tyranny is a rich RPG that builds problem solving, strategic thinking, and critical thinking through complex choices, but its mature themes suit older teens.
Growth (BDS)
65
Risk (RIS)
7
Daily limit
–
Age guidance
17+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.84 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.47 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.45 | |
Tyranny offers a rich, plot-driven dark fantasy experience that challenges players with complex ethical dilemmas and strategic decision-making. Its deep character customization and impactful choices foster critical thinking and reading comprehension, making it a highly engaging and thought-provoking RPG.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.13 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.06 | |
While Tyranny provides a compelling narrative, its dark fantasy setting includes mature themes, violence, and potentially strong language, which may not be suitable for younger players. The game's focus on serving an 'evil overlord' could also be a point of discussion for parents.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 1.00 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.33 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.67 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.33 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.67 | |
Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.
Regulatory design checks · DSA — Assessed: meets criteria·GDPR-K — Assessed: meets criteria·ODDS — Assessed: meets criteria
- DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
- GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
- ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.
These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.