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Metacritic 9317+

The Last of Us Part II

Naughty Dog|2020ActionShooterAdventure

LumiScore

67/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

55/100

Growth Value

  • Spatial Awareness
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Reaction Time

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is rated M for Mature and is intended for adult audiences due to its graphic violence, strong language, and mature thematic elements. It is not appropriate for children under 17. For older teens, parental guidance is strongly recommended due to the intense and often disturbing content. Discuss the difficult themes and moral ambiguities presented in the game to help your teen process the experience.

Top Skills Developed

Spatial Awareness5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving4/5
Strategic Thinking4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
60
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
37
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
70
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)55/100

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

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

Features multiple prominent female characters who talk to each other about things other than men.

Parent Pro-Tip

If deemed appropriate for an older teen, encourage discussion about the complex characters, their motivations, and the ethical dilemmas they face. This can be an opportunity to explore themes of revenge, empathy, and the consequences of violence in a fictional context.

What your child develops

The Last of Us Part II offers a deeply engaging narrative experience that explores complex themes of revenge, loss, and morality. Players will engage in critical thinking, strategic planning, and problem-solving as they navigate a dangerous post-apocalyptic world. The game's intricate level design and AI encourage spatial awareness and adaptive challenge. While primarily a single-player experience, the strong emotional narrative can foster empathy and ethical reasoning as players grapple with difficult choices and their consequences.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

The Last of Us Part II is the sequel to the post-apocalyptic zombie game The Last of Us. Plot The game follows Ellie, the girl who was the secondary protagonist and the player character's companion in The Last of Us.