Child exceeding time limit despite individual app limit

How is it possible that despite having an app limit for Brawl Stars of 20 mins, the child is able to carry on playing? As you can see the time exceeds 20 mins. "Block at End of Limit" is enabled for this app.


Why is this happening and how to ensure it blocks after 20 mins



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Posted on Sep 9, 2025 10:30 AM

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Oct 13, 2025 11:25 AM in response to adolfgarlic

Hi,


I’m experiencing the same issue with Screen Time limits on my child’s iPhone (iOS 18.0.1).


I’ve set an App Limit of one hour specifically for Brawl Stars, but the app never locks — even after the time has expired. All other games respect the Screen Time limit correctly, so it seems to be isolated to Brawl Stars (or maybe similar online games).


Here’s what I’ve already tried:


  • Removed and re-added the limit (both as a category and as an individual app)
  • Restarted the phone
  • Turned Screen Time off and on again
  • Checked “Always Allowed” (Brawl Stars is not on that list)
  • Disabled notifications for the app


Still, the game can be opened and played with no restriction.


Has anyone found a reliable fix or workaround for this? Or is this possibly a known bug in iOS 18?


Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

Child exceeding time limit despite individual app limit

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