Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition
LumiScore
Growth
54/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking
- Critical Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Engage with your child about the game's themes and moral dilemmas. Discuss Batman's choices and the consequences of actions within the game. Monitor play sessions due to the moderate violence and occasional intense scenes.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.
Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.— Fails the test
Catwoman is the only prominent female character, and her interactions with other female characters are minimal or non-existent, and primarily revolve around male characters or plot points.
Parent Pro-Tip
Discussing the game's narrative can enhance critical thinking and ethical reasoning skills. Shared gameplay can also foster communication and strengthen family bonds.
What your child develops
Batman: Arkham City offers a rich narrative experience that encourages problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical analysis. Players must utilize various gadgets and detective skills to progress, fostering cognitive development. The engaging storyline and complex character interactions can also promote empathy and ethical reasoning.
Regulatory Compliance
Tap a badge for details. Grey = not yet assessed.
About this game
Batman: Arkham City is the second game in the Arkham series. Joker has escaped from Arkham Asylum, and Doctor Hugo Strange is capturing Bruce Wayne.