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Kohan II: Kings of War

TimeGate Studios|2004Strategy

LumiScore

70

out of 100

Great pick for ages 13+ — low engagement risks

120+ 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

56/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Critical Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to focus on the strategic depth of Kohan II, discussing their tactical decisions and problem-solving approaches. If they engage in multiplayer, talk about sportsmanship and managing competitive emotions.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Spatial Awareness4/5
Memory & Attention4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
80
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
23
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
45
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)56/100

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

Parent Pro-Tip

This game can significantly enhance a child's strategic thinking, planning, and decision-making abilities. By discussing their gameplay, you can help them develop critical analysis skills and emotional resilience in competitive environments.

What your child develops

Kohan II: Kings of War is a classic real-time strategy game that excels in developing cognitive skills. Players will engage in complex problem-solving, strategic planning, and critical thinking as they manage diverse armies, utilize unique hero abilities, and adapt to dynamic battlefield conditions. The game's map editor also offers opportunities for creative expression.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~1hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Awarded “Top 10 Game of 2004” by Computer Games Magazine, Kohan II: Kings of War returns players to the dangerous beauty of Khaldun, where the brief respite in the timeless war between Light and Shadow has come to its end. Even as the world erupts in civil war, an ancient evil gives out a call, and the Shadow-touched begin to gather.