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Metacritic 786+

Mario Golf: World Tour

Camelot Software Planning|2014Sports

LumiScore

55

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 6+ with parental supervision

60 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

49/100

Growth Value

  • Spatial Awareness
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Adaptive Challenge

Risk

MODERATE

Engagement Patterns

Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $0–$20/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage children to focus on skill development and enjoyment of the game rather than spending money on in-game advantages. Discuss healthy competition and sportsmanship when playing online.

Top Skills Developed

Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Fine Motor5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
60
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
20
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)49/100

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
3/3
Ethnic diversity
2/3

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

Not applicable to a sports game.

Parent Pro-Tip

This helps children develop intrinsic motivation for skill improvement and fosters a positive attitude towards online interactions, reducing the pressure to spend money or engage in unhealthy competitive behaviors.

What your child develops

Mario Golf: World Tour offers engaging gameplay that enhances spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and hand-eye coordination through its core golf mechanics. Players can enjoy adaptive challenges through online tournaments and local multiplayer, fostering positive social interactions. The ability to customize Mii characters and unlock gear adds a layer of progression and personal expression.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $0–$20/moReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Tee off as your favorite Mario or Mii™ character while challenging players online. * Shoot into warp pipes and dodge piranha plants in Mushroom Kingdom areas or take a shot at the nature-themed courses.