Neva

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Neva

Nomada Studio

Windows; macOS; Nintendo Switch; PlayStation 4; PlayStation 5; Xbox Series X/SPaid (one-time purchase)

Health Score

MIXED

Official Website

About This Game

Neva is a single-player, story-driven action‑platformer about Alba and her wolf companion Neva traveling through a decaying, watercolor-inspired world. Gameplay mixes platforming, light combat, and companion-based puzzles across seasonal chapters; tone is emotional and melancholic with minimal dialogue.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value

3/5

Creativity

2/5

Pro-Social

0/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization

0/5

Time Pressure / FOMO

1/5

Social Risk

0/5

Content Intensity

2/5

Negatives

•Contains fantasy violence and some disturbing imagery (possessed animals
•creatures) that may upset younger players
•Short
•linear single-player experience with limited replay sandbox features.

Positives

•Stunning hand-drawn visuals and evocative soundtrack
•Accessible story mode makes combat optional and the experience approachable.

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Official Ratings

E10+

ESRB

Fantasy Violence

No Interactive Elements (no in-game purchases; no online gameplay)

PEGI

Violence (non-realistic / fantasy)

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5

Not recommended. Controls, combat and some scary/disturbing imagery make this unsuitable for most preschoolers; consider watching gameplay together instead.

ℹ️Ages 6-8

Use caution. Some 6–8 year olds may handle the game with a parent present and by using the Story/accessible mode to reduce dying and combat intensity.

ℹ️Ages 9-12

Generally appropriate with guidance. 9–12 year olds can play if parents are comfortable with mild fantasy violence and themes of loss; enable Story mode if needed.

ℹ️Ages 13-15

Appropriate. Teens should be able to play independently; themes are emotional but not graphic.

ℹ️Ages 16-18

Appropriate. Mature teens and adults will likely appreciate the narrative and artistic ambition.