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Metacritic 7110+

Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Pumpkin King

Tose|2005ActionPlatformer
Game Boy Advance

LumiScore

64

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 10+ with parental supervision

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

47/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

2/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

This classic GBA action-platformer offers engaging gameplay with minimal risks. Its focus on puzzles and combat can help develop cognitive and motor skills. Parents should be aware of the mild fantasy violence and spooky themes, but there are no concerns regarding monetization or online interactions.

Top Skills Developed

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Fine Motor5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving4/5
Spatial Awareness4/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
54
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
17
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
75
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)47/100

What your child develops

Players engage in problem-solving, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking through navigating mazes, solving puzzles, and battling enemies. The action-platformer gameplay significantly enhances hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reaction time.

Base: UnknownReviewed May 2026

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About this game

Much to the dismay of Jack Skellington and the citizens of Halloween Town, unusual bugs have started to infest their township. At the root of this ever-increasing bug invasion is Oogie Boogie, a former holiday king who is determined to take over Halloween.