New Super Mario Bros. U
LumiScore
Growth
58/100
Growth Value
- Spatial Awareness
- Teamwork
- Hand-Eye Coordination
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage your child to explore the various game modes, especially the cooperative multiplayer options. Playing together can enhance communication and teamwork skills. Discuss strategies for overcoming challenges and celebrate successes together. While the game has natural stopping points, it's always a good idea to set clear play time limits.
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.— Passes the test
Princess Peach is a prominent female character, and while she is often in distress, other female characters (like Toadette) appear and interact with each other about things other than men.
Parent Pro-Tip
Engaging in cooperative play can strengthen family bonds and improve communication. Discussing strategies and challenges can further develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Setting play limits helps children develop healthy gaming habits.
What your child develops
New Super Mario Bros. U offers a delightful and engaging platforming experience that fosters a range of cognitive and social-emotional skills. The core gameplay loop encourages problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness as players navigate intricate levels and overcome obstacles. Cooperative multiplayer modes promote teamwork and communication, with the unique Boost Mode allowing for dynamic interaction and shared success. The game's vibrant world and diverse challenges provide a positive and rewarding environment for children to develop their cognitive abilities and engage in collaborative play.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
New Super Mario Bros. U is a new, side-scrolling adventure featuring Mario, Luigi, Toad … and your Mii character.