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Metacritic 83

CLANNAD

VisualArts/Key|2015AdventureCasual

LumiScore

71

out of 100

Great for most ages — low engagement risks

120min/day recommended

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Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

55/100

Growth Value

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Parent Pro-Tip

Engage with your child about the story and its characters. Discuss the challenges they face and the choices made, fostering conversations about empathy, family dynamics, and overcoming adversity. The 'Dangopedia' can also be a great tool for learning about Japanese culture together.

Top Skills Developed

Critical Thinking5/5
Memory & Attention5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Learning Transfer5/5
Communication5/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
58
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
80
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
10
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)55/100

RepresentationHow 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
1/3

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

Multiple female characters interact about reviving the drama club, which is not about a man.

What your child develops

CLANNAD offers a rich, character-driven narrative that fosters critical thinking, empathy, and social-emotional understanding through its exploration of complex relationships and personal growth. The game's emphasis on reading and decision-making enhances language skills and the ability to understand diverse perspectives.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~6hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

StoryAfter the death of his mother, Tomoya Okazaki—a guarded delinquent student at Hikarizaka High School—struggles to not only make sense of the abusive relationship he has with his alcoholic father, but also find meaning in his life. While on his way to class one morning, he meets a mystifying girl named Nagisa.