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WRITHING

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WRITHING

Reviewed: 01 Jul 2026

Linux · PC

Digital Dialysis Softworks · 2025

Ludograph rating

C

Mixed

55 /100

06010030BenefitLow riskB 38 · R 0
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

38

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.46
B2Social-emotional
0.07
B3Motor
0.65

WRITHING offers a classic first-person shooter experience, challenging players with combat and tactical decision-making across 13 unique levels. It promotes hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and spatial awareness.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features a high level of violence and gore, with some potentially strong language and minor substance references. It is not rated, but the content suggests it is suitable for mature audiences. There are no manipulative monetization or social engagement mechanics.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.00
R4.3Language
0.33
R4.4Substance References
0.33
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.33

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: 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.

Parents ask…

Is WRITHING safe for kids?

Ludograph gives WRITHING a rating of 55/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It delivers genuine benefits but carries design risks that deserve a close look.

What age is WRITHING appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for WRITHING, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play WRITHING?

We don't publish a daily session budget for WRITHING: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of WRITHING?

The game features a high level of violence and gore, with some potentially strong language and minor substance references. It is not rated, but the content suggests it is suitable for mature audiences. There are no manipulative monetization or social engagement mechanics.