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Metacritic 9117+

Resident Evil 2

Capcom|2019ActionAdventure

LumiScore

67/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

52/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Strategic Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

This game contains significant horror and violence, making it best suited for mature players. Parents should be aware of the graphic content and intense atmosphere. Consider playing the game yourself or watching gameplay videos to determine if the content is appropriate for your child's age and sensitivity.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness4/5
Strategic Thinking4/5
Critical Thinking4/5
Memory & Attention4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
62
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
30
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
60
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)52/100

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
1/3

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

Two female protagonists (Claire Redfield and Ada Wong) interact about plot-relevant topics.

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage discussion about the game's puzzles and strategic elements. This can help children develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving approaches in a safe, guided manner. Discuss the narrative and character motivations to foster empathy and ethical reasoning, provided the child is mature enough to handle the mature themes.

What your child develops

Resident Evil 2 offers a compelling narrative that encourages problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical analysis as players navigate a zombie-infested Raccoon City. The intertwined storylines of Leon and Claire provide varied perspectives and challenge players to adapt their approach. Resource management and puzzle-solving are core mechanics, fostering careful planning and decision-making.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~11hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Resident Evil 2 is the remake of the 1998 game of the same name. ###Plot The plot of the remake is identical to that of the original game.