
Shadow of the Colossus
LumiScore
Growth
50/100
Growth Value
- Spatial Awareness
- Empathy
- Ethical Reasoning
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Discuss the ethical dilemmas presented in the game with your child. Encourage them to think about the consequences of the protagonist's actions.
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
No female characters with dialogue.
Parent Pro-Tip
Promotes critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and empathy.
What your child develops
Shadow of the Colossus encourages problem-solving and critical thinking as players strategize to defeat each Colossus. The game also fosters empathy through its unique narrative.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
(Also known as "Wanda and the Colossus" or "Wanda to Kyozou" in Japan) In Shadow of the Colossus, players take the role of a young man seeking the truth of an ancient tale of power hidden in a mystical land. Shadow of the Colossus is a majestic journey through ancient lands to seek out and destroy gigantic mythical beasts.