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Metacritic 5810+

Sonic Forces

Sonic Team|2017ActionAdventurePlatformer

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

55/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

39/100

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

Encourage children to take breaks after completing levels to avoid extended play sessions. Discuss the simple hero vs. villain story and the concept of teamwork, even if it's not a core gameplay mechanic.

Top Skills Developed

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
46
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)39/100

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.Fails the test

Game description is heavily focused on male characters (Sonic, Shadow, Dr. Eggman, Infinite). No named female characters or conversations between them are indicated.

Parent Pro-Tip

Helps manage screen time and reinforces positive narrative themes.

What your child develops

Sonic Forces offers fast-paced action and platforming challenges that can enhance hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and spatial awareness. The custom character creation also allows for some creative expression and strategic thinking in gadget selection. The game provides an adaptive challenge through its varied gameplay styles.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~5hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

In SONIC FORCES, the evil Dr. Eggman has conquered much of the world with help from a powerful and mysterious new villain named Infinite.