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This is Football 2004

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 30 Apr 2026

PlayStation 2

SCE London Studio · 2004

LumiScore

55/100

Good

This is Football 2004 is a sports game where kids develop hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and problem solving through engaging gameplay, but may involve competitive toxicity.

Growth (BDS)

38

Risk (RIS)

1

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

6+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.40
B2Social-emotional
0.17
B3Motor
0.65

This is Football 2004 offers engaging gameplay that can enhance hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and strategic thinking. Players can learn about team management and different football leagues.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.06

The primary risk is potential for competitive toxicity in multiplayer. As an older game, online functionality may be limited or absent, mitigating stranger risk.

Heads up

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

Parents ask…

Is This is Football 2004 safe for kids?

LumiKin gives This is Football 2004 a LumiScore of 55/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play This is Football 2004?

LumiKin's recommended play time for This is Football 2004 is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of This is Football 2004?

The primary risk is potential for competitive toxicity in multiplayer. As an older game, online functionality may be limited or absent, mitigating stranger risk.