NieR:Automata
LumiScore
Growth
47/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Engage with your child about the game's story and themes. NieR: Automata presents complex philosophical questions about humanity, artificial intelligence, and existentialism. Discussing these topics can turn game time into a valuable learning experience. Additionally, monitor screen time to ensure a balanced play experience, especially given the game's immersive world.
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
There are multiple female characters who talk to each other about things other than men. Main characters are 2B and A2.
Parent Pro-Tip
Promotes critical thinking and discussion about complex topics. Encourages empathy and ethical reasoning. Enhances understanding of narrative structures and character development.
What your child develops
NieR: Automata offers a rich, thought-provoking narrative that encourages critical thinking and empathy through its exploration of philosophical themes and moral dilemmas. The action RPG gameplay hones hand-eye coordination and reaction time, while the open world design and side quests promote problem-solving and strategic planning.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
NieR: Automata is an action RPG, a sequel to Nier and a spin-off to the Drakenguard series. The story is set in the middle of the war between humans and machines where you take on the role of an android warrior called 2B.