LumiKin
18+

HELLDIVERS 2

Arrowhead Game Studios|2024Action

LumiScore

60/ 100
GOOD
60 min/day recommended

Growth

54/100

Growth Value

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Hand-Eye Coordination

Risk

MODERATE

Engagement Patterns

Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $0–$10/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the mature content, including violence and language, and supervise gameplay for younger players. Discussion around the game's satirical political themes could be beneficial. Consider setting limits on in-game purchases.

Top Skills Developed

Teamwork5/5
Communication5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
44
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
60
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
70
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)54/100

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.N/A — no named characters

The game features no named characters; players control generic Helldivers in a cooperative shooter.

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage children to communicate effectively with their teammates and discuss their strategies for different missions. Ask them about how they cooperate to achieve objectives, reinforcing the importance of teamwork and problem-solving in a group setting.

What your child develops

Helldivers 2 fosters strong teamwork and communication skills as players must coordinate strategies to overcome challenging missions. The fast-paced action enhances hand-eye coordination and reaction time. Players also engage in strategic thinking to choose optimal loadouts and mission approaches.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $0–$10/moPlaytime: ~22hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Digital Deluxe Edition Edition includes: ‘DP-53 Savior of the Free’ Armor Set. ‘Will of the People’ Cape.