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Metacritic 82

Broken Sword 3 - The Sleeping Dragon

Revolution Software|2003Adventure

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

64/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

48/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Memory & Attention

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to discuss the plot and puzzles with you. This game is excellent for developing critical thinking and reading skills. While there are mild mature themes, the focus is on intellectual challenge rather than action or graphic content.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Memory & Attention5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Spatial Awareness3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
66
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
27
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)48/100

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
3/3
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.Passes the test

Nicole is a main character involved in the plot, likely interacting with other female characters about the mystery.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is ideal for children who enjoy mysteries and puzzles, fostering strong cognitive skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and memory. The narrative-driven gameplay also enhances reading comprehension and engagement with complex stories.

What your child develops

Broken Sword 3 offers a rich narrative experience with engaging puzzles and critical thinking challenges. Players will develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and memory as they unravel a complex mystery across diverse global locations. The game encourages reading comprehension through extensive dialogue and plot exposition.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~1hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Broken Sword 3: The Sleeping Dragon is an adventure quest game developed by Revolution Software, it is the third installment in the series. ###Plot A murder happened in Paris.