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Metacritic 82

America's Army

U.S. Army|2002ActionShooter

LumiScore

60

out of 100

Appropriate for most ages with parental supervision

90min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Score breakdown

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

Growth

61/100

Growth Value

Risk

MODERATE

Engagement Patterns

Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage discussions about the game's military context and potential propaganda. Monitor engagement to ensure a healthy balance with other activities, as competitive online play can be highly engaging and potentially frustrating.

Top Skills Developed

Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5
Teamwork5/5
Communication5/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
58
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
57
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
75
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)61/100

RepresentationHow diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
1/3
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.N/A — no named characters

As a military shooter focused on combat, the game does not feature significant female characters or dialogue that would allow for a Bechdel test evaluation.

What your child develops

America's Army emphasizes strategic teamwork, communication, and sharp motor skills in a simulated military environment, fostering problem-solving and adaptive thinking.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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