Review · Adventure · PlayStation 4 · PC · PlayStation 3
Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 01 May 2026
PlayStation 4 · PC · PlayStation 3 · PS Vita
Atlus U.S.A · 2017
LumiScore
83/100
Recommended
Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth is an RPG visual novel that builds problem solving and strategic thinking through its engaging story and tactical combat, though its M rating indicates mature themes.
Growth (BDS)
73
Risk (RIS)
3
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
17+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.92 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.60 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.45 | |
Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth is a rich tactics-RPG visual novel offering over 50 hours of engaging story and strategic combat. It fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and reading comprehension through its deep narrative and tactical gameplay. Players can develop empathy and ethical reasoning by immersing themselves in its complex world and character relationships.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.07 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
While primarily a single-player experience with no manipulative monetization or social risks, the game's M rating indicates mature content, including violence, and potentially some suggestive themes or strong language. Players should be aware of these content elements.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.