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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

Review · Shooter · PlayStation 3 · macOS · PC

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 3 · macOS · PC · Xbox One · Xbox 360

Infinity Ward · 2009

LumiScore

66/100

Good

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is a shooter that improves spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination through intense action, but contains significant mature content.

Growth (BDS)

55

Risk (RIS)

17

Daily limit

90min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.62
B2Social-emotional
0.30
B3Motor
0.75

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 offers intense action and strategic gameplay across its campaign, cooperative Spec Ops, and competitive multiplayer modes. Players can develop problem-solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and reaction time skills. The cooperative Spec Ops mode and team-based multiplayer foster teamwork and communication.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.20
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.33

This game contains significant violence, strong language, and potentially substance references, earning an M rating. While it lacks aggressive monetization and stranger chat, its competitive multiplayer environment can lead to social comparison and competitive toxicity. The progression system for unlocking weapons and perks may encourage extended play sessions.

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  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
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Parents ask…

Is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 a LumiScore of 66/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (M), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is Up to 90 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2?

This game contains significant violence, strong language, and potentially substance references, earning an M rating. While it lacks aggressive monetization and stranger chat, its competitive multiplayer environment can lead to social comparison and competitive toxicity. The progression system for unlocking weapons and perks may encourage extended play sessions.