LumiKin
Metacritic 79

NieR:Automata™ - 3C3C1D119440927

2017ActionRPG

LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.

66/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

51/100

Growth Value

  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Reaction Time
  • Problem Solving

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the mature themes, violence, and sexualized character designs present in this DLC. While it offers cognitive and motor skill benefits, the content is best suited for mature players. Consider playing alongside your child or reviewing gameplay to discuss the philosophical themes and ensure content appropriateness.

Top Skills Developed

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving4/5
Strategic Thinking4/5
Ethical Reasoning4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
58
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
30
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)51/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
2/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

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.Passes the test

Female characters 2B and A2 interact about their missions and the nature of their existence, not solely about male characters.

Parent Pro-Tip

The game's philosophical narrative can be a springboard for discussions on ethics, existence, and the nature of humanity. The challenging combat can also help develop quick reflexes and strategic thinking.

What your child develops

This DLC offers engaging battle challenges that enhance problem-solving, strategic thinking, and motor skills through action-packed combat. The narrative elements, consistent with the base game, can foster empathy and ethical reasoning.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

This DLC pack adDS “Revealing Outfit” costume for 2B, “Young Man’s Outfit” costume for 9S and “Destroyer Outfit” costume for A2. AfteR completing new sub-quests in this DLC, you CAn enJOy playing the game while WearINg these costumes from NieR Replicant.