Lucky Luna – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Lucky Luna

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game2022

86%

WISE Score

A stunning, 'jump-free' platformer that trades annoying ads for actual atmosphere and clever puzzles.

Lucky Luna

game

2022

86%

WISE Score

A stunning, 'jump-free' platformer that trades annoying ads for actual atmosphere and clever puzzles.

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Screenwise Verdict

Lucky Luna is a rare breed of mobile game that doesn't treat your kid like a walking wallet. Because it's part of the Netflix gaming catalog, the developers actually focused on making a good game rather than a slot machine.

It’s a vertical-scrolling adventure where you can’t jump—you just swipe to slide. It sounds simple, but it turns every level into a giant environmental puzzle. It’s beautiful, it’s polished, and it’s a perfect 'quiet time' game that won't leave your kid overstimulated or begging for 'just five more dollars' to unlock a skin.

Age Fit

Best for ages 7+. While the controls are simple swipes, the precision needed for the later dungeons and the patience required for longer levels are a better fit for elementary schoolers and up.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

It offers a focused, atmospheric experience without the chaotic sensory overload typical of mobile arcade games. The tone is mysterious and calm rather than aggressive.

Imaginative

The 'no jump' mechanic is a clever twist on the platformer genre that forces players to think differently about movement. The lush, pixel-art world design encourages exploration and curiosity.

Safe

As a Netflix game, it is entirely free of ads, in-app purchases, and social features like chat. It is a strictly solo, offline-capable experience with no manipulative monetization.

Enriching

It builds spatial reasoning and patience. While not 'educational' in a traditional sense, it rewards persistence and careful observation of patterns over mindless tapping.

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Why It Might Be Great

Completely free of ads and microtransactions if you have a Netflix sub
The 'no jump' mechanic makes you actually use your brain to navigate
Lush, high-quality art from the creators of Alto's Odyssey
Tons of secret passages that reward kids for being observant

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What to Watch For

Some levels are long and don't save progress if the app is closed mid-run
The story is very 'vibey' and vague, which might bore kids who want a clear plot
Later levels require high precision that might frustrate younger players

Conversation Starters

"How does not being able to jump change the way you look at the obstacles?"
"What do you think Luna is looking for in these temples?"
"Which secret room was the hardest one to find so far?"
"If you were designing a level, what kind of trap would you put in a place with no jumping?"

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