Pokémon GO

Nintendo|2016RPGStrategy

LumiScore

45/ 100

CAUTION

30 min/day recommended

Growth

43/100

Growth Value

Physical Activity
Problem Solving
Spatial Awareness

Risk

MODERATE

Engagement Patterns

Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $0–$20/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should set clear spending limits and closely monitor in-app purchases. It's crucial to discuss stranger danger and establish safe play areas. Encourage breaks to avoid excessive screen time and ensure the child is aware of their surroundings while playing.

Top Skills Developed

Physical Activity5/5

Problem Solving3/5

Spatial Awareness3/5

Strategic Thinking3/5

Memory & Attention3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.

Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.

Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.

Overall Benefit Score (BDS)43/100

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

2/3

Ethnic diversity

2/3

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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 human characters, only Pokémon.

Parent Pro-Tip

Engage with your child by joining them on their Pokémon GO adventures, exploring new places together. Discuss the different types of Pokémon and their habitats, fostering an interest in nature and geography. Help them strategize for gym battles and resource management.

What your child develops

Pokémon GO encourages physical activity and exploration, as players need to walk around in the real world to progress. It promotes strategic thinking in team battles and resource management. The game also fosters learning transfer as players apply real-world geographical knowledge to find different Pokémon.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $0–$20/moPlaytime: ~367hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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Parent Tips

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Try playing the first session together with your child — it's a great way to understand the game's tone and set expectations around time and spending before they play independently.

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About this game

Join Trainers across the globe who are discovering Pokémon as they explore the world around them. The newest update to Pokémon GO, the global gaming sensation that has been downloaded 650 million times and named “Best Mobile Game” by The Game Developers Choice Awards and “Best App of the Year” by TechCrunch, introduced the addition of over 80 beloved Pokémon among several other new features.