Shadow of the Colossus (2011)
LumiScore
Growth
49/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking
- Spatial Awareness
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Engage with your child about the game's unique challenges and its deeper narrative themes, discussing the ethical implications of Wander's quest. Encourage breaks after each colossus is defeated to prevent extended play sessions.
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 features only one named female character, Mono, who is unconscious and does not interact with anyone.
What your child develops
Shadow of the Colossus develops advanced problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, as players must decipher unique weaknesses and tactics for each giant foe. The game also enhances spatial awareness and fine motor control through precise climbing and combat maneuvers across vast environments. Its challenging nature can also subtly foster emotional regulation through persistence.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
PlayStation 2 classic that never made it out of the Sony game system. An eerie and surreal tale about sacrifice and cruelty that the world contains.