LumiKin
Metacritic 79

Fractured Space

Edge Case Games|2016ActionStrategyIndie

LumiScore

65

out of 100

Appropriate for most ages with parental supervision

90 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

68/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Strategic Thinking

Risk

MODERATE

Engagement Patterns

Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $0–$30/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to focus on teamwork and strategic planning. Discuss the potential for in-game purchases and set clear spending limits. Monitor for signs of competitive stress or excessive play, and emphasize that performance in a game does not define their self-worth.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Memory & Attention5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
76
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
57
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)68/100

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
1/3

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.N/A — no named characters

Game focuses on space combat and ship management, not human character interactions that would be relevant to the Bechdel test.

Parent Pro-Tip

Focus on the strategic and cooperative aspects of the game, which can enhance cognitive and social skills. By managing monetization and competitive risks, children can enjoy the benefits of complex gameplay without undue pressure.

What your child develops

Fractured Space offers a deep strategic combat experience, fostering teamwork and critical thinking in a sci-fi setting. Players can develop spatial awareness and problem-solving skills while coordinating with teammates to achieve objectives.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $0–$30/moPlaytime: ~1hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

This space opera game lets its players assume positions of starship commanders in a distant future, and fight each other as multiplayer teams. Its setting is reminiscent of EVE Online, however, the gameplay has more in common with DOTA or World of Tanks.