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Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands

Review · Action · Xbox 360 · PlayStation 3

Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Xbox 360 · PlayStation 3

Volition · 2009

LumiScore

62/100

Good

Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands is an action shooter that develops spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination with destructive gameplay, containing high violence.

Growth (BDS)

45

Risk (RIS)

2

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.54
B2Social-emotional
0.10
B3Motor
0.75

Red Faction: Guerrilla offers a rich open-world experience with engaging destruction mechanics that encourage problem-solving and spatial awareness. Players can develop strategic thinking and hand-eye coordination through its action-packed gameplay.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.03
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game contains mature content including high levels of violence and strong language, consistent with its M rating. While lacking manipulative monetization or social risks, its intense action may require emotional regulation from players.

Heads up

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

Is Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands a LumiScore of 62/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands (M), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Red Faction: Guerrilla - Demons of the Badlands?

The game contains mature content including high levels of violence and strong language, consistent with its M rating. While lacking manipulative monetization or social risks, its intense action may require emotional regulation from players.