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Skate 2

Review · Sports · PlayStation 3 · Xbox 360

Skate 2

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 3 · Xbox 360

Electronic Arts · 2009

LumiScore

62/100

Good

Skate 2 is a skateboarding game that fosters creativity and spatial awareness in an open-world setting.

Growth (BDS)

47

Risk (RIS)

10

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.60
B2Social-emotional
0.13
B3Motor
0.65

Skate 2 fosters creativity and spatial awareness through its open-world skateboarding mechanics. Players can develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination while learning new tricks and exploring the environment.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.17
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.11

The game presents minimal risks, primarily limited to potential competitive toxicity in online leaderboards (if present) and mild violence from bails. There are no significant dopamine manipulation or monetization risks.

Heads up

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

Is Skate 2 safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Skate 2 a LumiScore of 62/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Skate 2 appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 7+ for Skate 2 (T), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Skate 2?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Skate 2 is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Skate 2?

The game presents minimal risks, primarily limited to potential competitive toxicity in online leaderboards (if present) and mild violence from bails. There are no significant dopamine manipulation or monetization risks.