Heavy Rain & Beyond: Two Souls Collection
LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.
Growth
51/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking
- Critical Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
This game is a mature, narrative-driven experience best suited for older teens and adults. Engage with your child about the difficult choices made in the game and their consequences to foster discussions on ethics and empathy.
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.— Passes the test
Multiple female characters engage in conversations not solely focused on male characters or relationships.
Parent Pro-Tip
Discussing the game's moral dilemmas can help develop a child's critical thinking and ethical reasoning. Exploring character motivations can enhance empathy and understanding of complex human emotions.
What your child develops
The game offers a rich, branching narrative experience that encourages critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and empathy through its complex characters and impactful choices. Players develop emotional regulation skills by navigating intense dramatic situations.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
YOUR EVERY MOVE MATTERS Create your own tales full of drama, suspense and unexpected twists with Heavy Rain™ and BEYOND: Two Souls™, now on PlayStation®4. Your choices and your actions mean everything.