Metacritic 4013+
Altered Beast (1988)
SEGA|1988ActionArcade
LumiScore
21
out of 100
Not recommended for unsupervised play
Up to120min/day
Heads up
💸 Monthly cost: Free
Growth
12/100
Limited
Growth Value
Risk
2/100
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Parent Pro-Tip
Altered Beast is a classic arcade game that offers a simple, action-oriented experience. It's a good way to introduce children to older video games.
Top Skills Developed
Hand-Eye Coordination3/5
Reaction Time3/5
Problem Solving1/5
Spatial Awareness1/5
Strategic Thinking1/5
Development Areas
CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
10
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
0
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)12/100
What your child develops
Altered Beast offers a straightforward arcade experience that can help develop hand-eye coordination and reaction time. The transformation mechanic adds a fun, albeit simple, layer of engagement.
Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~2hReviewed May 2026
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Altered Beast is a 1988 beat 'em up arcade game developed and manufactured by Sega. The game is set in Ancient Greece, and follows a centurion who is resurrected by Zeus to rescue his daughter Athena.