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Metacritic 7613+

Star Ocean: Till the End of Time

Tri-Ace|2003ActionRPG

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

64/ 100
GOOD
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

48/100

Growth Value

  • Reading & Language
  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to engage with the game's story and strategic combat. Discuss the ethical dilemmas presented in the narrative and how characters make decisions.

Top Skills Developed

Reading & Language5/5
Problem Solving4/5
Strategic Thinking4/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Critical Thinking3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
66
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
23
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
40
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)48/100

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
1/3

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 typical JRPG character interactions, it's likely two named female characters have a conversation not solely about a male character, though this is an assumption without direct gameplay knowledge.

Parent Pro-Tip

This can enhance their critical thinking, empathy, and understanding of complex narratives, while also providing an opportunity for shared discussion about the game's themes.

What your child develops

Star Ocean: Till the End of Time offers a rich narrative experience that encourages problem-solving, strategic thinking, and reading comprehension through its complex story and combat system. Players will develop critical thinking skills as they navigate challenging situations and manage their party.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Star Ocean: Till the End of Time - Director's Cut (スターオーシャン Till the End of Time ディレクターズカット) is a Action RPG video game published by Square Enix, Tri-Ace released on January 22nd, 2004 for the PlayStation 2.