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Wuthering Waves

KURO GAMES|2024ActionAdventureRPG

LumiScore

48/ 100
CAUTION
30 min/day recommended

Growth

53/100

Growth Value

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Reading & Language
  • Adaptive Challenge

Risk

MODERATE

Engagement Patterns

Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $5–$20/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should establish clear spending limits and closely monitor in-game purchases to prevent overspending on microtransactions. Discuss the game's reward systems and the psychological tactics used to encourage continuous play and spending. Set strict time limits for play sessions to ensure a healthy balance with other activities.

Top Skills Developed

Strategic Thinking5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
68
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
33
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
45
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)53/100

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

The game features multiple named female characters (e.g., Rover, various Resonators) who interact about their journey, reclaiming memories, and changing the world, not solely about male characters.

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage discussions about the game's story, characters, and the choices made within the narrative to enhance critical thinking and empathy. Play alongside your child to understand the strategic elements of combat and character building, turning it into a collaborative learning experience. Discuss how characters overcome challenges to foster resilience and problem-solving skills.

What your child develops

Wuthering Waves encourages strategic thinking through its combat system and character customization, where players must understand different abilities and how they synergize. The open world promotes spatial awareness and problem-solving as players navigate complex environments and overcome obstacles. The rich narrative and lore also foster reading comprehension and critical thinking to unravel hidden truths.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $5–$20/moPlaytime: ~5hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.