Hanging by a Copper Wire
LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.
Growth
46/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
This game is an excellent choice for developing cognitive and motor skills in a low-risk environment. Encourage your child to think strategically about resource management and explore the environment thoroughly. Be aware that the continuous power management might require sustained attention, so discuss taking breaks if frustration arises.
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
No female characters or dialogue mentioned in the game description to assess the Bechdel test.
Parent Pro-Tip
Excellent for problem-solving, strategic thinking, and hand-eye coordination. Very low risk profile.
What your child develops
Hanging by a Copper Wire offers significant cognitive benefits, particularly in problem-solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and critical thinking, as players must manage resources, navigate complex environments, and plan their actions to keep the robot powered and find the RTG fuel. It also provides good motor skill development through platforming and precise interactions.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
This is the Post-jam edition of HBACW. For the jam release, see the LD submission page.