Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
LumiScore
Growth
62/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
This game is rated M for Mature for good reason. It contains intense violence, blood, sexual content, and strong language. It is not appropriate for children under 17. For older teens, parental guidance is strongly advised due to the mature themes and content.
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 does not feature two women talking to each other about something other than a man.
Parent Pro-Tip
If your teen is mature enough, they can benefit from the complex strategic thinking and problem-solving required in the game. The narrative can also encourage critical thinking about war and its consequences.
What your child develops
Metal Gear Solid V offers deep strategic and critical thinking challenges through its stealth gameplay and base management. Players must plan their approaches, adapt to dynamic enemy AI, and manage resources effectively. The extensive narrative also provides opportunities for reading comprehension.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Metal Gear Solid 5 continues the story of MGS: Peace Walker and MGS V: Ground Zeroes. Snake seeks revenge for the attack on the MSF group 9 years ago, that placed Big Boss into a coma.