Forza Horizon 2
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 10+ with parental supervision
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Score breakdown
Developmental benefits
Design risk factors
Additional dimensions
Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.
Growth
61/100
Growth Value
Risk
MODERATE
Engagement Patterns
Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage your child to set time limits before playing and discuss the strategies they use to win races and customize their cars. Emphasize the fun of exploration and skill development over constant progression.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
RepresentationHow 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
The Bechdel test is not applicable to this car racing simulator.
What your child develops
Forza Horizon 2 offers a vast open world for exploration, encouraging spatial awareness and strategic thinking through diverse races and challenges. Its dynamic weather system and extensive car collection enhance critical thinking and learning transfer as players adapt their skills. Cooperative multiplayer modes foster teamwork and communication, while precise controls improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
The open world car racing simulator, part of the Forza game series, or rather the sequel to the Forza Horizon game, which was released in 2012. The game has a continuation - Forza Horizon 3.