NHL 09
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
66/100
Growth Value
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
- Teamwork
Risk
MODERATE
Engagement Patterns
Some engagement mechanics worth discussing.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage your child to play NHL 09 with friends in the 'EA SPORTS Hockey League' to maximize positive social interaction and teamwork. Discuss strategies and sportsmanship. Set clear time limits for gameplay, especially for online sessions, and emphasize that performance in a game does not define their self-worth. Monitor their emotional responses to wins and losses to help them develop healthy emotional regulation skills.
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.— N/A — no named characters
The game focuses exclusively on male hockey players and the sport of ice hockey, so the Bechdel test is not applicable.
Parent Pro-Tip
This approach helps children develop strong teamwork and communication skills, learn strategic thinking, and practice emotional regulation in a competitive context. It also reinforces healthy gaming habits by promoting balanced screen time and a focus on positive social engagement over competitive outcomes.
What your child develops
NHL 09 offers significant benefits in developing cognitive skills such as spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and critical decision-making, essential for understanding and excelling in a complex team sport. The online 'EA SPORTS Hockey League' fosters teamwork, communication, and positive social interaction among friends, promoting cooperative play and sportsmanship. Motor skills like hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, and reaction time are also highly engaged due to the fast-paced gameplay.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
EA SPORTS™ welcomes you to NHL®09, the series that is coming off of 7 “Sports Game of the Year” awards. NHL 09 continues to lead sports gaming innovation with enhanced controls, added depth and accessibility.