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Metacritic 7617+

Beholder 2

Alawar Entertainment|2018AdventureStrategySimulation

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

62/ 100
GOOD
90 min/day recommended

Growth

54/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Critical Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should engage with their children about the ethical dilemmas and choices presented in Beholder 2, discussing the consequences of actions within a totalitarian system. Given its M rating, it's best suited for mature teenagers and adults.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
72
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.
15
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)54/100

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.N/A — no named characters

Cannot be determined from the game description; narrative focus is on the player character's individual journey.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game can be a valuable tool for fostering critical thinking, strategic planning, and discussions about ethics, power, and societal structures. It encourages players to consider different perspectives and the impact of their decisions.

What your child develops

Beholder 2 offers a rich narrative experience that encourages critical thinking, strategic planning, and ethical reasoning as players navigate a complex bureaucratic system. It provides opportunities for problem-solving and understanding cause-and-effect in a choice-driven environment.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~5hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

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