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Metacritic 706+

Contra III: The Alien Wars

Konami Digital Entertainment|1992ActionShooter
SNESGame Boy AdvanceGame Boy

LumiScore

47

out of 100

Use with parental oversight — some design risks present

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

31/100

Limited

Growth Value

Risk

0/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Contra III is a classic action game that can be enjoyed with a friend. Be aware of the constant combat and consider playing with your child to help them navigate challenging sections.

Top Skills Developed

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Learning Transfer3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
30
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
10
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)31/100

What your child develops

Contra III offers intense action gameplay that can enhance hand-eye coordination and reaction time. Players must adapt to various enemy patterns and boss mechanics, fostering learning transfer and adaptive challenge. The optional two-player cooperative mode promotes teamwork, as players must coordinate to overcome difficult sections.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~4hReviewed May 2026

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About this game

In the year 2636, the alien war continues on and it's up to two soldiers, Bill Rizer and Lance Bean, to put a stop to the alien invasion. The aliens have ravaged the Earth with their powerful organic and technological weapons.