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Metacritic 846+

A Short Hike

adamgryu|2019AdventureIndie

LumiScore

58/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

41/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Memory & Attention

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is very low-risk. Parents can feel confident allowing children to play at their own pace without concerns about excessive screen time or harmful content.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Memory & Attention3/5
Creativity3/5
Reading & Language3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
46
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
37
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)41/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
3/3
Ethnic diversity
3/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.Passes the test

Claire and the park ranger discuss the golden feathers and other park-related topics.

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to describe their discoveries and interactions with other characters. Discuss the different paths they took and why, fostering critical thinking and communication skills. You can also play alongside them, exploring the beautiful world together.

What your child develops

A Short Hike fosters a sense of peaceful exploration and discovery, encouraging children to set their own goals and enjoy the journey. It promotes problem-solving through environmental puzzles and navigation, while also encouraging empathy and communication through interactions with other animal characters. The game's open-ended design supports creativity and independent play.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~2hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park. Follow the marked trails or explore the backcountry as you make your way to the summit.