Men of War: Assault Squad
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 17+ with parental supervision
Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago
Score breakdown
Developmental benefits
Design risk factors
Additional dimensions
Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.
Growth
57/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
MODERATE
Engagement Patterns
Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Parents should be aware that Men of War: Assault Squad is a real-time strategy game rated M for Mature, primarily due to its depiction of World War II combat. While it offers significant cognitive benefits in strategic thinking and problem-solving, its competitive multiplayer mode and microtransactions warrant supervision. Discuss the historical context of the game, including the factions involved, to ensure a balanced understanding. Monitor spending on microtransactions and discuss the potential for competitive behavior and social comparison in online play.
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.— Fails the test
No female characters or dialogue are mentioned in the game description, making it unlikely to pass the Bechdel test.
Parent Pro-Tip
This game can significantly enhance a child's strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and spatial awareness through its complex real-time strategy mechanics. Managing resources, commanding diverse units, and adapting to dynamic battlefield conditions can foster critical thinking and decision-making abilities. The map editor also provides an outlet for creative expression and understanding game design.
What your child develops
Men of War: Assault Squad is a real-time strategy game that offers deep tactical gameplay set in World War II. Players can engage in challenging single-player campaigns across various factions and test their strategic prowess in competitive multiplayer. The game fosters problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness as players manage combat squads, utilize reinforcement points, and capture objectives. The inclusion of a map editor also encourages creativity and user-generated content.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Men of War: Assault Squad is a real-time strategy game developed by Digitalmindsoft. It is a stand-alone expansion pack to Men of War.