Toca Lab: Elements

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Toca Lab: Elements

Toca Boca AB

iOS; Android (Google Play); Amazon Fire; also included inside Toca Boca Jr / Piknik subscriptionPaid one-time purchase (original standalone app, no in-app purchases); later included in Toca Boca Jr subscription (subscription access)

Health Score

GOOD

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About This Game

A child-friendly, open-ended virtual lab where players experiment with cute, character-like representations of the chemical elements. Kids use simple tools (centrifuge, Bunsen burner, cooling agent, test tubes, oscilloscope) to change element properties, discover new elements and inspect playful behaviors — the app encourages exploration and curiosity rather than teaching rigorous chemistry. Originally sold as a small paid app with no ads or IAP; some legacy versions have since been folded into Toca Boca Jr (subscription).

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value

4/5

Creativity

4/5

Pro-Social

1/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization

1/5

Time Pressure / FOMO

0/5

Social Risk

0/5

Content Intensity

0/5

Negatives

•Not scientifically accurate in how elements react (designed for play
•not real chemistry)
•many legacy standalone versions were removed or moved into a subscription bundle (may be unavailable to new buyers)
•single-player with no social features.

Positives

•Open-ended
•curiosity-driven play
•Teaches basic element names/properties and encourages scientific thinking
•Simple UI suitable for young children
•Originally no ads or in-app purchases.

Gameplay Videos

Toca Lab: Elements FULL PLAYTHROUGH [FHD 1080p]

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Official Ratings

E (Everyone)

ESRB

EducationalCartoonishnon-violent content

No in-app purchases in the original standalone app; available via subscription when included in Toca Boca Jr

PEGI 3 (or equivalent)

PEGI

Non-violentEducational

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5

Good simple introduction to the idea of elements and experimenting — best played with an adult nearby to connect playful results to real science and to supervise device use.

ℹ️Ages 6-8

Highly recommended — age-appropriate, promotes exploration and basic science vocabulary; excellent for encouraging curiosity and observational skills.

ℹ️Ages 9-12

Suitable and still fun; content is simple so older kids may find it less challenging but it can spark interest in real chemistry.

ℹ️Ages 13-15

Safe but likely too basic; recommend as a light, nostalgic or introductory experience rather than substantive learning.

ℹ️Ages 16-18

Safe but trivial for this age; suitable only as a simple, playful refresher or for sharing with younger siblings.