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God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla

Sony Computer Entertainment|2023Action

LumiScore

62/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

45/100

Growth Value

  • Adaptive Challenge
  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Given the mature themes and violence, parents should engage in discussions with their children about the game's content. Consider setting limits on play duration due to the engaging nature of the story, even with natural stopping points.

Top Skills Developed

Adaptive Challenge5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5
Critical Thinking3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
54
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
37
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)45/100

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
1/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

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.Fails the test

There are named female characters in the broader God of War Ragnarok story, but Kratos only interacts with Mimir in this DLC, who is male.

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage discussions about Kratos's journey of self-discovery and the moral dilemmas he faces. This can be a valuable opportunity to explore themes of redemption, empathy, and personal responsibility with your child.

What your child develops

God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla offers players an opportunity to engage with a mature narrative that explores themes of grief, self-reflection, and personal growth. The combat system requires strategic thinking and adaptive challenge, while the story encourages empathy and ethical reasoning as Kratos confronts his past actions and their consequences. The game's focus on narrative and character development provides a rich experience for players interested in story-driven gameplay.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla is an epilogue to the events of God of War Ragnarök that follows Kratos on a deeply personal and reflective journey. Set after the decisive battle against Odin and Atreus’ departure, Kratos has seen a path for himself that he never thought possible before.