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Mai: Child of Ages

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Nintendo Switch • 2025

Should you play it?

Travel through time and help Mai and her Grandfather uncover the mysteries of the world after the Last Great War. Explore the connections between ancient eras and dystopian futures in an adventure that blends thrilling combat with precision platforming.

What works

  • Engaging time-travel mechanic with dual character forms
  • Large open world with exploration and puzzles
  • Atmospheric and colorful art style
  • Emotional and interesting story
  • Support for co-op and multiple languages

Things to keep in mind

  • Clunky controls and camera issues
  • Repetitive combat and puzzles
  • Technical bugs and glitches
  • Poor navigation and unclear objectives
  • Limited community and multiplayer activity

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Mai: Child of Ages: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Violence, Fellowship.

Last update: 02/09/2026