The Last Guardian
LumiScore
Growth
48/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Empathy
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage discussions about the emotional bond between the boy and Trico to foster empathy. Due to its narrative-driven nature, this game is well-suited for family play, allowing parents to engage with their child in solving puzzles and experiencing the story together.
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 description does not mention any named female characters, therefore it cannot meet the first criterion of the Bechdel test.
What your child develops
The Last Guardian fosters cognitive development through complex problem-solving and strategic thinking, requiring players to cleverly utilize the unique abilities of both characters to progress. The strong emotional bond formed with the creature Trico nurtures empathy and promotes social-emotional understanding through genuine cooperation.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
The Last Guardian is a brainchild of Fumito Ueda, who also created Shadow of the Colossus. The game spent almost a decade in development before it was complete.