LumiKin
Metacritic 71

Maximum Pool

Sierra Sports|2000Sports

LumiScore

54

out of 100

Appropriate for most ages with parental supervision

120+ min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Growth

37/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Strategic Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Maximum Pool is a straightforward sports simulation that can help develop strategic thinking and motor skills. It's free from in-game purchases, social pressures, or concerning content.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving4/5
Spatial Awareness4/5
Strategic Thinking4/5
Hand-Eye Coordination4/5
Critical Thinking3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
56
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
3
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
40
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)37/100

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

Not applicable for a sports simulation game without a narrative or significant character dialogue.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is a safe and engaging option for children interested in billiards, offering cognitive and motor skill development without the risks often found in modern games.

What your child develops

Maximum Pool offers a solid simulation of billiards, engaging players' problem-solving, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking. It provides a low-stress environment to develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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