The Shallow Knight
LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.
Growth
24/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Memory & Attention
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
This game is a basic 2D platformer suitable for short play sessions. It focuses on core motor skills and offers a simple, classic adventure without complex social interactions or monetization.
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.— Fails the test
The game features a knight saving a princess, with no other named female characters or conversations between them about topics other than a man.
Parent Pro-Tip
Good for developing basic motor skills and quick reflexes in a low-stakes environment.
What your child develops
The Shallow Knight offers basic platforming challenges that can help develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reaction time. Its straightforward gameplay provides a low-pressure environment for casual play.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
This game was part of my course at university, a 2D platformer. You play as a knight on a mission to save the princess from the castle.