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FIFA 09

Review · Sports · PlayStation 3 · PSP · PlayStation 2

FIFA 09

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 3 · PSP · PlayStation 2 · Xbox 360 · PC

Electronic Arts Canada · 2008

LumiScore

63/100

Good

FIFA 09 is a sports game that builds hand-eye coordination and problem solving through realistic football simulation, though it has some competitive toxicity.

Growth (BDS)

46

Risk (RIS)

1

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

E

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.48
B2Social-emotional
0.30
B3Motor
0.65

FIFA 09 can enhance hand-eye coordination, reaction time, strategic thinking, and teamwork through its realistic football simulation. Players learn to anticipate opponents' moves, plan offensive and defensive strategies, and coordinate with teammates (in multiplayer modes).

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.06

The primary risk is the competitive toxicity that can arise in multiplayer matches. There are no direct monetization or dopamine manipulation risks in this version of the game. Content is suitable for all ages.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
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Parents ask…

Is FIFA 09 safe for kids?

LumiKin gives FIFA 09 a LumiScore of 63/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play FIFA 09?

LumiKin's recommended play time for FIFA 09 is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of FIFA 09?

The primary risk is the competitive toxicity that can arise in multiplayer matches. There are no direct monetization or dopamine manipulation risks in this version of the game. Content is suitable for all ages.