Uplink
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 9+ with parental supervision
Heads up
Growth
49/100
Developing
Growth Value
Risk
12/100
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Parent Pro-Tip
Discuss the ethical implications of the in-game actions with your child. Remind them that the activities depicted are illegal and harmful in the real world. Encourage them to apply the critical thinking and problem-solving skills learned in the game to positive, real-world challenges.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
What your child develops
Uplink is a highly strategic game that demands significant problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Players will engage in complex simulated hacking scenarios, requiring them to plan carefully and adapt to challenges. The game also fosters reading and language comprehension through its text-heavy interface and narrative.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
You play an Uplink Agent who makes a living by performing jobs for major corporations. Your tasks involve hacking into rival computer systems, stealing research data, sabotaging other companies, laundering money, erasing evidence, or framing innocent people.