FIFA Manager 09
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 6+ with parental supervision
Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago
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
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking
- Critical Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage your child to articulate their strategic choices, analyze game statistics, and discuss the consequences of their management decisions. This game is an excellent tool for developing advanced planning, analytical, and financial literacy skills within a familiar and engaging sports framework.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
Representation?How 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.— N/A — no named characters
Not applicable to a sports management simulation focused on male football teams and managers.
Parent Pro-Tip
Fosters strategic thinking, critical analysis, problem-solving, and financial literacy in a sports management context.
What your child develops
FIFA Manager 09 provides an intellectually stimulating experience, deeply engaging players in strategic planning, critical decision-making, and complex problem-solving through its comprehensive football club management simulation. It fosters strong analytical skills, particularly in data interpretation and financial management, and significantly enhances reading comprehension due to its extensive text-based information and commentary. The game also allows for the practical application and transfer of real-world football knowledge into a strategic context.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
EA SPORTS FIFA MANAGER 09 gives football fans full control over the management of their clubs. Whether founding a club, becoming a national coach, or finally leading their favourite club to international glory, all options are open to players in the EA SPORTS football management simulation for PC.