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Metacritic 7417+

Vietcong

Illusion Softworks|2003Shooter
PC

LumiScore

53

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 17+ with parental supervision

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

36/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

0/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Parents should be aware of the mature themes and intense content in Vietcong. The game features realistic violence and may contain strong language. Due to its historical setting, it's advisable to discuss the context and events depicted with your child. The open-world survival mechanics mean that play sessions may not have natural stopping points, so it's important to establish time limits.

Top Skills Developed

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
46
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
0
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)36/100

What your child develops

Vietcong, a first-person survival shooter set in the Vietnam War, offers a challenging experience that can enhance problem-solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and critical thinking skills as players navigate a dangerous open world. The game's emphasis on survival against both human enemies and jungle predators requires constant vigilance and adaptation. The integrated crafting system encourages resource management and planning. Its realistic opponent behavior and detailed game world contribute to an immersive experience.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~1hReviewed May 2026

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About this game

Vietcong-survival-shooter in the first person with elements of survival, which is set in Vietnam, in the vicinity of my tho. The player will explore a large, rich open world full of dangerous places, armed to the teeth of enemies.