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SoulCalibur: Lost Swords

Review · Arcade · PlayStation 3

SoulCalibur: Lost Swords

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 30 May 2026

PlayStation 3

Project Soul · 2014

LumiScore

58/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

41

Risk (RIS)

3

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

—

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.44
B2Social-emotional
0.13
B3Motor
0.75

SoulCalibur: Lost Swords enhances cognitive skills like strategic thinking, reaction time, and hand-eye coordination through its fast-paced fighting mechanics. It also offers opportunities for emotional regulation in competitive play.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.11

The game presents minimal risks, primarily related to potential competitive toxicity, though the absence of stranger chat mitigates this. Content risks include moderate violence and mild sexual content due to character designs.

Heads up

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

Is SoulCalibur: Lost Swords safe for kids?

LumiKin gives SoulCalibur: Lost Swords a LumiScore of 58/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play SoulCalibur: Lost Swords?

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

What are the main risks of SoulCalibur: Lost Swords?

The game presents minimal risks, primarily related to potential competitive toxicity, though the absence of stranger chat mitigates this. Content risks include moderate violence and mild sexual content due to character designs.