NBA 2K13
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 10+ 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
37/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage balanced play and discuss good sportsmanship in competitive online matches. As there are no microtransactions, the primary cost is the game itself.
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
Game focuses on male basketball players and male-dominated sports narratives.
Parent Pro-Tip
This game can help develop strategic thinking and motor skills. It also offers a safe way to engage with the sport of basketball.
What your child develops
NBA 2K13 offers a realistic basketball simulation that can enhance strategic thinking, hand-eye coordination, and reaction time. Players can engage in competitive play, manage teams, and experience the thrill of professional basketball.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
With more than 5 million copies sold worldwide and more than 25 Sports Game of the Year awards won, NBA 2K12 was another monster release for the biggest NBA video game simulation franchise in the world. This year, 2K Sports has joined forces with the legendary JAY Z as Executive Producer to transcend sports video games and take virtual hardwood to the next level.