Gacha Club is a bit of a unicorn in the mobile world because it’s a high-quality creative tool that doesn't try to bleed your bank account dry. The customization is deep, the battle system is surprisingly robust, and it’s a great sandbox for kids who like to tell stories.

The catch isn't in the app itself—it's what happens when kids go looking for inspiration. The Gacha community on social media is a wild west of 'mini-movies' that range from harmless to horrifyingly inappropriate.

If you treat this as an offline creative tool and keep a strict eye on their YouTube feed, it’s a win. If they're using it to join the wider Gacha social media 'scene,' you’re going to have some weird conversations sooner than you’d like.