Call of Duty: Black Ops III
LumiScore
Growth
44/100
Growth Value
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Reaction Time
- Problem Solving
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Parents should monitor exposure to competitive online environments, discuss appropriate online behavior, and set clear time limits to prevent excessive play. Be aware of the mature content and consider if it aligns with your child's developmental stage.
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
While there are female characters, they do not have significant interactions with each other about topics unrelated to male characters or the plot's central conflict, which often revolves around male characters.
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage discussions about in-game strategies and teamwork. You can also play the campaign together to discuss the narrative themes and ethical dilemmas presented in the story, fostering critical thinking skills.
What your child develops
Black Ops III can help players develop strong hand-eye coordination and quick reaction times due to its fast-paced shooting mechanics. Strategic thinking is also fostered as players learn to navigate complex maps and coordinate with teammates in objective-based modes. The game's adaptive challenge system can also help players improve their problem-solving skills as they adjust to increasingly difficult scenarios.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Call of Duty Black Ops III is a science fiction first-person shooter, the twelfth game in the whole Call of Duty franchise and the third chapter in the Black Ops series. The action begins in 2065, 40 years after the events of the second part, so the game has several historical references.