
Need for Speed: Most Wanted - A Criterion Game
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 10+ with parental supervision
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Score breakdown
Developmental benefits
Design risk factors
Additional dimensions
Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.
Growth
38/100
Growth Value
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Parent Pro-Tip
This game is a straightforward racing experience with a focus on driving skill and exploration. It's free from manipulative monetization tactics and social pressures.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
RepresentationHow 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.— N/A — no named characters
What your child develops
Players develop spatial awareness, reaction time, and strategic thinking through competitive racing and open-world exploration. The game offers a sense of accomplishment by winning races and acquiring new cars.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Need for Speed: Most Wanted - A Criterion Game is an open world racing game and it is the nineteenth entry in the famous racing series. This is a reboot of the game with the same title released in 2005.