Time is of the Essence
LumiScore
out of 100
Use with parental oversight — some design risks present
Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago
Score breakdown
Developmental benefits
Design risk factors
Additional dimensions
Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.
Growth
33/100
Growth Value
- Spatial Awareness
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Reaction Time
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
This game is a collection of quick, engaging mini-games that can be fun for short bursts. Encourage your child to take breaks and discuss how the different mini-games challenge their reflexes and problem-solving skills.
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.— N/A — no named characters
No narrative or characters to evaluate for the Bechdel test.
Parent Pro-Tip
The game can help develop quick reflexes, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to adapt to varied challenges. It's a good choice for short, focused play sessions.
What your child develops
Time is of the Essence offers a collection of fast-paced mini-games that can enhance spatial awareness, hand-eye coordination, and reaction time. The variety of challenges helps with learning new game mechanics and adapting to different situations.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
My first Ludum Dare! A fast paced "mini-game" collection with the main objective being to keep the timer from hitting zero, ultimately keeping it "alive".