METAL GEAR SOLID HD EDITION
LumiScore
Growth
68/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Metal Gear Solid HD Edition is a collection of classic stealth-action games with mature themes and complex storylines. It's best suited for teenagers and adults due to its violence, sexual references, and mature language. The game excels in fostering cognitive skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic planning. Encourage your child to discuss the ethical dilemmas presented in the game and to take breaks between missions. Consider playing alongside them, especially if they are younger, to help them navigate the content and mechanics.
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
The game heavily features male protagonists and a male-dominated cast. While there are some female characters, they rarely interact with each other in a meaningful way, and their conversations often revolve around male characters or plot points initiated by men.
Parent Pro-Tip
This game can significantly boost critical thinking, strategic planning, and problem-solving abilities. Its rich narrative can also enhance reading comprehension and memory. The game's adaptive difficulty means players are continuously challenged and can learn to transfer skills across different situations, fostering a sense of accomplishment and improved cognitive flexibility.
What your child develops
Metal Gear Solid HD Edition offers a rich narrative experience with complex characters and themes that can stimulate critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The stealth-based gameplay encourages strategic planning and spatial awareness, while the intricate plots demand memory and attention to detail. Players will also benefit from enhanced reading comprehension due to the extensive dialogue and lore. The adaptive challenge ensures engagement as players learn and transfer skills across different scenarios.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
From the critically acclaimed director, Hideo Kojima, Metal Gear Solid HD Collection offers a handful of the most popular Metal Gear Solid titles from the past in true HD for the first time ever. Featuring three complete games, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, the HD Collection offers old and new fans a chance to experience the epic game play, design and storytelling of the MGS franchise.