Rome: Total War - Alexander
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 13+ 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
51/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
This game is an excellent choice for teens interested in history, strategy, and complex problem-solving. Encourage discussions about the historical context, the ethical implications of empire-building, and the strategic decisions made in the game. Be mindful of the time commitment, as sessions can be lengthy.
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 is set in ancient times, focusing on male historical figures and military campaigns. No significant female characters or conversations between them are expected.
Parent Pro-Tip
Playing Rome: Total War - Alexander can significantly enhance a child's strategic planning, critical thinking, and historical knowledge. It provides a rich learning environment for understanding complex systems and cause-and-effect relationships in a historical context.
What your child develops
Rome: Total War - Alexander offers a deep and engaging grand strategy experience, fostering advanced cognitive skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking, critical analysis, and spatial awareness. Players manage vast empires, make complex decisions, and learn about ancient history and military tactics. The game's turn-based and real-time tactical elements provide varied intellectual challenges.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
The second official expansion to Rome: Total War, a game from the Total War series. The Total War series by 2018 includes ten independent games and seven expansions to them.