Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories
LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.
Growth
49/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Hand-Eye Coordination
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Due to its mature themes and content, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories is strictly for adult players. Parents should be aware of the explicit violence, language, and drug use. Engage in discussions about the game's satirical nature and the distinction between in-game actions and real-world ethics.
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.— Fails the test
Most female characters are either love interests, victims, or minor antagonists, and their interactions are often centered around male characters or the criminal enterprise.
Parent Pro-Tip
For mature players, the game can offer engaging storytelling, strategic mission planning, and a rich, interactive world to explore. It can also spark discussions about societal issues and the consequences of criminal behavior in a fictional context.
What your child develops
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories offers a vast open world for exploration and creative problem-solving within its mission structure. Players can develop spatial awareness and reaction time through driving and combat. The game provides a sense of progression as players build their criminal empire.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Vice City, 1984. Kicked out onto the streets of a city torn between glamour and gluttony, Vic is faced with a stark choice - build an empire or be crushed.