God of War (2018)
LumiScore
Growth
55/100
Growth Value
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Fine Motor
- Reaction Time
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
God of War is a critically acclaimed game for mature audiences, offering a deep story and engaging gameplay. Parents should consider the M rating seriously, as the violence is significant. Playing alongside your child or discussing the mature themes and Kratos's journey of controlling his rage can turn potential risks into opportunities for meaningful conversations. Monitor play time due to the immersive nature of the game.
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
Fails due to very few female characters with speaking roles, and those that exist rarely speak to each other about anything other than Kratos or Atreus.
Parent Pro-Tip
Discuss the nuanced father-son relationship and the emotional arc of Kratos. Explore the rich Norse mythological setting and its historical context. Encourage critical thinking about the narrative's themes of morality, redemption, and the consequences of violence.
What your child develops
God of War offers a rich narrative experience with complex characters and themes of fatherhood, grief, and self-control. The combat system encourages strategic thinking and problem-solving, while the exploration of Norse mythology can spark an interest in history and culture. The game's stunning visuals and immersive world provide a compelling experience.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
It is a new beginning for Kratos. Living as a man outside the shadow of the gods, he ventures into the brutal Norse wilds with his son Atreus, fighting to fulfill a deeply personal quest.