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Metacritic 7713+

Tchia

Awaceb|2023ActionAdventure

LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.

65/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

50/100

Growth Value

  • Spatial Awareness
  • Creativity
  • Problem Solving

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Play through the first hour with your child to experience the possession mechanic together and discuss the New Caledonian cultural elements.

Top Skills Developed

Spatial Awareness5/5
Creativity5/5
Problem Solving4/5
Strategic Thinking3/5
Critical Thinking3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
64
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
33
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
40
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)50/100

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
2/3
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

Game features a female protagonist (Tchia) who interacts with diverse cast of characters including women in culturally-grounded story.

Parent Pro-Tip

This co-viewing strengthens cultural awareness and provides context for the game's authentic representation of Pacific Island traditions, while helping children understand how different animals and objects solve problems in unique ways.

What your child develops

Tchia excels in fostering spatial awareness and creativity through its unique possession mechanic that allows players to inhabit any animal or object, each with distinct movement and interaction possibilities. The free-climbing system and open-world exploration across the archipelago develop strong spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills as children navigate diverse terrains. The game's puzzle-solving elements require critical thinking to determine which animal or object to possess for specific challenges. Creativity flourishes through the customizable boat and character cosmetics, the playable ukulele with unlockable melodies, and the Tricks system for stunts. The culturally-rich narrative featuring New Caledonian traditions promotes empathy and cultural understanding, while the heartfelt story with diverse characters encourages positive social values and emotional engagement. The game offers excellent learning transfer potential as children apply spatial reasoning and creative problem-solving across varied contexts.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~10hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

POSSESSING MECHANIC Tchia's special gift lets you take control of any animal or object you can find. Use their unique gameplays and abilities to travel, solve puzzles and uncover secrets.