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James Bond 007: From Russia with Love

Review · Action · GameCube · Xbox · PSP

James Bond 007: From Russia with Love

Reviewed: 04 May 2026

GameCube · Xbox · PSP · PlayStation 2

Rebellion · 2005

Ludograph rating

C

Mixed

55 /100

James Bond 007: From Russia with Love is an action game building problem solving and hand-eye coordination, but features violence and suggestive themes for older players.

06010030BenefitLow riskB 39 · R 6
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

39

Risk (RIS)

6

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.42
B2Social-emotional
0.17
B3Motor
0.65

James Bond 007: From Russia with Love offers engaging third-person shooter action with elements of stealth, racing, and gadget use, promoting problem-solving, strategic thinking, and strong hand-eye coordination. Players must adapt to various combat scenarios and vehicle controls, enhancing learning transfer and adaptive challenge.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.10
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.06

The game contains frequent violence, including gunplay and explosions, and some suggestive themes consistent with the James Bond universe. While there are no direct monetization risks, the competitive aspect in some game modes could lead to mild toxicity. The game's narrative may also expose players to mild propaganda with its Cold War theme.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.33
R4.3Language
0.33
R4.4Substance References
0.33
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.33

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: meets criteria

  • DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.

These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.

Parents ask…

Is James Bond 007: From Russia with Love safe for kids?

Ludograph gives James Bond 007: From Russia with Love a rating of 55/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It delivers genuine benefits but carries design risks that deserve a close look.

What age is James Bond 007: From Russia with Love appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for James Bond 007: From Russia with Love, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play James Bond 007: From Russia with Love?

We don't publish a daily session budget for James Bond 007: From Russia with Love: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of James Bond 007: From Russia with Love?

The game contains frequent violence, including gunplay and explosions, and some suggestive themes consistent with the James Bond universe. While there are no direct monetization risks, the competitive aspect in some game modes could lead to mild toxicity. The game's narrative may also expose players to mild propaganda with its Cold War theme.