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Metacritic 8217+

A Plague Tale: Innocence

Focus Home Interactive|2019ActionAdventure

LumiScore

72

out of 100

Great pick for ages 17+ — low engagement risks

120+ min/day recommended

Scored 4 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

60/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Empathy

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the game's mature themes, including significant violence and disturbing imagery related to plague and death. It is best suited for older teenagers who can process complex narratives and challenging emotional content. Consider playing alongside your child or discussing the game's themes to help them navigate the difficult subject matter.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Empathy5/5
Spatial Awareness4/5
Critical Thinking4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
72
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
50
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
45
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)60/100

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
1/3

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

Amicia, the main protagonist, interacts with other female characters (e.g., her mother, other women encountered) about their survival and the unfolding events, not solely about men.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game can be a powerful tool for discussing historical events, the resilience of the human spirit, and ethical decision-making in extreme circumstances. It can also enhance problem-solving and strategic thinking skills in a narrative-rich environment.

What your child develops

A Plague Tale: Innocence offers a compelling narrative experience that fosters empathy and critical thinking through its challenging stealth and puzzle-solving gameplay. Players engage with complex ethical dilemmas and develop strategic planning skills as they guide Amicia and Hugo through a brutal historical setting, emphasizing resilience and the bond between siblings.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~7hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

A Plague Tale: Innocence, on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC, tells the grim story of two siblings fighting together for survival in the darkest hours of History. This new video game from Asobo Studio sends you on an emotional journey through the 14th century France, with gameplay combining adventure, action and stealth, supported by a compelling story.