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Metacritic 7210+

Earthworm Jim HD

Gameloft|2010ActionArcadePlatformer

LumiScore

67

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 10+ with parental supervision

120+ min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

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

Growth

52/100

Growth Value

  • Spatial Awareness
  • Teamwork
  • Hand-Eye Coordination

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Earthworm Jim HD is a classic action-platformer that offers a fun and challenging experience. Its cooperative multiplayer is a great way for kids to play together. Be aware of the mild cartoon violence, but otherwise, it's a relatively safe and skill-building game.

Top Skills Developed

Spatial Awareness5/5
Teamwork5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Fine Motor5/5
Reaction Time5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
50
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
40
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
75
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)52/100

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
1/3
Ethnic diversity
0/3

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.Fails the test

Only one female character mentioned (Princess What's-Her-Name), who is the damsel in distress.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is excellent for developing motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving. Playing cooperatively can also boost teamwork and communication.

What your child develops

Earthworm Jim HD offers a vibrant and engaging action-platforming experience that significantly enhances hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reaction time. Its cooperative multiplayer mode fosters teamwork and communication, while the diverse challenges encourage problem-solving and adaptive thinking.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~1hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

The grooviest action classic is back and in full HD glory! Rediscover this cult adventure full of wild gameplay.