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Metacritic 686+

Major League Baseball 2K12

Visual Concepts|2012Sports

LumiScore

65

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 6+ with parental supervision

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

48/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

0/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Major League Baseball 2K12 is a solid choice for sports fans, offering a safe and engaging baseball simulation experience. Its clear game structures provide natural stopping points, making it easy to manage screen time.

Top Skills Developed

Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Fine Motor5/5
Reaction Time5/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
56
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
13
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
80
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)48/100

What your child develops

Major League Baseball 2K12 offers engaging gameplay with intuitive controls, allowing players to experience the strategic depth of baseball through various modes like Franchise and Tournament. It enhances cognitive skills such as spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and hand-eye coordination, while providing a fun, competitive experience.

Base: UnknownReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Featuring simple & intuitive controls and immersive game modes for any level of fan, MLB 2K12 is the only game you'll need this season. Total Control Pitching & Hitting – Control the action on the field with simple, intuitive gestures.