Splatoon
LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.
Growth
66/100
Growth Value
- Strategic Thinking
- Adaptive Challenge
- Teamwork
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Splatoon is a vibrant, team-based shooter that encourages strategic thinking and cooperation. It's a great option for kids who enjoy competitive play with friends, and its E10+ rating ensures mild content. Be mindful of the engaging online mechanics that can encourage extended play sessions, and discuss healthy gaming habits.
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.— N/A — no named characters
Game features non-human, squid-like characters (Inklings) and focuses on competitive action, making the Bechdel test not applicable.
Parent Pro-Tip
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What your child develops
Splatoon offers significant cognitive benefits through strategic turf control, adaptive challenges in competitive play, and spatial awareness development. Its core 4v4 team-based gameplay fosters strong teamwork and positive social interaction, especially when playing with friends. The fast-paced action also hones hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reaction time.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Splatter enemies and claim your turf as the ink-spewing, squid-like characters called Inklings in Nintendo's new third-person action shooter game for the Wii U console. Compete in four-on-four matches, in which the goal is to get your ink on as many places as possible and claim your turf, all while strategically submerging yourself in your team's colors and blasting your enemies.