Call of Duty
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 13+ with parental supervision
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Score breakdown
Developmental benefits
Design risk factors
Additional dimensions
Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.
Growth
43/100
Growth Value
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage discussion about the historical context and the realities of war beyond the game's portrayal. Monitor engagement in competitive multiplayer to address any signs of toxicity.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
RepresentationHow 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
The game's narrative focuses entirely on male soldiers in combat, with no female characters or conversations between women depicted.
What your child develops
Call of Duty offers a challenging first-person shooter experience that enhances hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reaction time through intense combat scenarios. Players engage in strategic thinking and problem-solving to complete objectives and overcome adversaries.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Call of Duty is a World War II first-person shooter developed by Infinity Ward. It is the first game in the series by the same name.