Ape Escape 2
LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.
Growth
40/100
Growth Value
- Spatial Awareness
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Problem Solving
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
This classic platformer is a great choice for children due to its focus on skill-based gameplay and absence of microtransactions or online social risks. Encourage your child to experiment with different gadgets to solve challenges and explore the vibrant game world.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.
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.— Fails the test
No significant female characters or conversations between them mentioned in the game description.
Parent Pro-Tip
Promotes cognitive skills like problem-solving and spatial reasoning, develops motor skills, and offers a safe, self-contained gaming experience.
What your child develops
Ape Escape 2 offers engaging platforming gameplay that encourages problem-solving, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking through the use of various gadgets and vehicles. Its focus on exploration and capturing monkeys provides a fun and active experience for players, enhancing hand-eye coordination and reaction time.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
What do you get when you combine 300 monkeys with one little mix-up? Discover the mayhem as the Specter, an evil monkey, leads troops of riotous monkeys in a revolution.