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Metacritic 726+

Shaman King: Master of Spirits

KCEJ|2004AdventurePlatformer

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

61/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

46/100

Growth Value

  • Spatial Awareness
  • Memory & Attention
  • Hand-Eye Coordination

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

This is a classic single-player adventure game with no online features or monetization. It's a good choice for developing cognitive and motor skills without the common risks associated with modern online games.

Top Skills Developed

Spatial Awareness5/5
Memory & Attention5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
60
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
10
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)46/100

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
2/3

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

Based on general knowledge of the Shaman King series, it's likely there are female characters who interact about topics other than men.

Parent Pro-Tip

Cognitive skills (spatial awareness, memory, problem-solving), motor skills (hand-eye coordination, reaction time).

What your child develops

Shaman King: Master of Spirits offers a classic Metroidvania experience, promoting cognitive skills such as spatial awareness, memory, and problem-solving through exploration and combat. Its platforming elements also enhance hand-eye coordination and reaction time.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Shaman King: Master of Spirits is Metroidvania style platform-adventure video game developed by Konami Computer Entertainment Japan and published by Konami. This is the first Shaman King game that was developed for the Game Boy Advance in America.