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Metacritic 7813+

Ace Attorney Investigations - Miles Edgeworth

Capcom|2009Adventure

LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.

66/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

52/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading & Language

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Before your child plays, play through the opening chapter together so you can discuss the story's themes of truth, justice, and moral integrity.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Memory & Attention4/5
Ethical Reasoning4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
66
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.
20
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)52/100

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 who interact with each other about topics beyond male characters, including case investigations and their own motivations.

Parent Pro-Tip

Playing alongside your child turns the game's evidence-gathering and logic puzzles into a shared problem-solving activity, naturally modeling and reinforcing critical thinking skills while giving you visibility into the T-rated themes.

What your child develops

Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth is an exceptional cognitive workout wrapped in a compelling detective story. Players must read carefully, retain large amounts of information, and apply logical reasoning to identify contradictions in witness statements — making it one of the strongest games available for developing critical thinking and reading comprehension. The unique 'Logic' system, which requires players to mentally connect two pieces of evidence to form new deductions, is a standout mechanic for fostering inferential reasoning and learning transfer. The narrative is rich with ethical dilemmas, morally complex characters, and themes of justice and truth, providing genuine opportunities for ethical reflection. The game's ESRB T rating reflects mild thematic content (crime scenes, some cartoon violence) appropriate for older children and teens.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Description ********************************************* Before purchasing please be sure to check your device’s capability ********************************************* An exciting new chapter in the Ace Attorney series! Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth takes the Ace Attorney series from the courtroom to the crime scene, leaving the legal battle behind while bringing the action to various crime scenes.