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Metacritic 82

Final Fantasy XIV

Square Enix|2010RPGMassively Multiplayer

LumiScore

72/ 100
GREAT
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

61/100

Growth Value

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Reading & Language
  • Teamwork

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $14.99–$14.99/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to set clear play-time limits and discuss the importance of balancing gaming with other activities. While the game offers opportunities for social interaction and problem-solving, be mindful of the time commitment and the potential for open-ended play. Consider playing alongside them initially to understand the social dynamics and content.

Top Skills Developed

Strategic Thinking5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Teamwork5/5
Communication5/5
Problem Solving3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
60
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
73
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
45
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)61/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
0/3
Ethnic diversity
0/3

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.N/A — no named characters

Parent Pro-Tip

Setting limits helps prevent excessive screen time and encourages a balanced lifestyle. Engaging with your child in their gaming world provides insight into their online interactions and allows you to guide them through any challenges or concerns.

What your child develops

Final Fantasy XIV offers a rich, immersive world that promotes strategic thinking, problem-solving, and extensive reading and language comprehension. Its strong emphasis on teamwork and communication in a persistent online environment can foster social skills and cooperation.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $14.99–$14.99/moReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Set in the fantasy realm of Eorzea, players take control of a customized avatar as they explore the land and are caught up in both an invasion by the hostile Garlean Empire and the threat of the Primals, the deities of the land's Beastmen tribes. Eventually, they are embroiled in a plot by a Garlean Legatus to destroy the Primals by bringing one of the planet's moons down on Eorzea.