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Star Trek: Tactical Assault

Review · Shooter · Nintendo DS · PSP

Star Trek: Tactical Assault

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 03 May 2026

Nintendo DS · PSP

Quicksilver Software · 2006

LumiScore

62/100

Good

Star Trek: Tactical Assault is a spaceship combat game that encourages strategic thinking and spatial awareness, suitable for ages 7 and up.

Growth (BDS)

45

Risk (RIS)

3

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.52
B2Social-emotional
0.33
B3Motor
0.45

Star Trek: Tactical Assault offers a solid spaceship combat experience that encourages strategic thinking and spatial awareness. Players need to carefully plan their movements and attacks to outmaneuver opponents, fostering problem-solving skills. The multiplayer mode can promote teamwork and communication when playing with a friend.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.11

The game's competitive nature, especially in multiplayer, could lead to some toxicity, and there's a risk of social comparison. While violence is present, it's generally mild and not graphic.

Heads up

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

Parents ask…

Is Star Trek: Tactical Assault safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Star Trek: Tactical Assault 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 Star Trek: Tactical Assault appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 7+ for Star Trek: Tactical Assault (E), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Star Trek: Tactical Assault?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Star Trek: Tactical Assault is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Star Trek: Tactical Assault?

The game's competitive nature, especially in multiplayer, could lead to some toxicity, and there's a risk of social comparison. While violence is present, it's generally mild and not graphic.