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Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar

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Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · PC

Electronic Arts DICE · 2017

LumiScore

49/100

Caution

Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar is a historical shooter that builds strategic thinking and spatial awareness, with intense violence for older teens.

Growth (BDS)

45

Risk (RIS)

46

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.46
B2Social-emotional
0.27
B3Motor
0.45

Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar offers an immersive and historically-inspired multiplayer shooter experience that can enhance strategic thinking, teamwork, and reaction time. Players engage in large-scale battles, requiring coordination with teammates and quick decision-making under pressure. The game's historical setting provides a context for learning about World War I, and its diverse vehicle and weapon options encourage players to adapt their strategies.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.22

The game features intense violence with realistic depictions of warfare, including blood and gore, which may be disturbing for some players. The competitive nature of the game and online interactions could lead to exposure to toxic behavior. The historical narrative, while educational, could also be perceived as promoting a specific nationalist viewpoint. There are no clear stopping points within matches, which could make it difficult for players to disengage.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.

Parents ask…

Is Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar a LumiScore of 49/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. There are notable risks worth knowing before letting kids play.

What age is Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar (M), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Battlefield 1: In The Name Of The Tsar?

The game features intense violence with realistic depictions of warfare, including blood and gore, which may be disturbing for some players. The competitive nature of the game and online interactions could lead to exposure to toxic behavior. The historical narrative, while educational, could also be perceived as promoting a specific nationalist viewpoint. There are no clear stopping points within