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Mai: Child of Ages

Released: 9/18/2025

Critics
75
vs
Users
92

Score Breakdown

74.5

Critic Average

4 reviews

92

Steam User Score

173 reviews

N/A

Metacritic User Score

Disparity Breakdown

Steam Disparity
-17.4

75 vs 92

Metacritic Disparity
N/A
Combined Disparity
-17.4

Average of both sources

Review Disparities

Positive = critic higher than usersNegative = critic lower than users

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10/11/2025

Launch Window

For anyone seeking a thoughtful, well-crafted adventure that isn’t afraid to ask big questions through small details, Mai: Child of Ages is an essential experience.

85

85/100

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10/9/2025

Launch Window

Mai: Child of Ages marks a turning point for Chubby Pixel and for the Italian indie scene. It blends dungeons, puzzles, and combat into a journey where time unlocks themes of identity, growth, and memory. The game may not escape challenges and rough edges, but its vision and courage make it a work worth following, one that claims a place on the international stage.

75

75/100

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10/6/2025

Launch Window

Mai: Child of Ages has a great concept but multiple small flaws add up to a less than memorable experience. Despite the wonderful music and the great contrasting presentation, the repetitive puzzles, clunky combat, and technical issues just don't make for a good time.

66

66/100

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10/6/2025

Launch Window

When Mai: Child of Ages attempts to blend experimental gameplay with deeply personal storytelling, it does so with a great deal of heart. It doesn't always work—combat can be dull, technical problems can disrupt the atmosphere, and philosophical ideas may not resonate with everyone—but its goal is clear.

72

72/100

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