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Metacritic 716+

Wario World

Treasure|2004Platformer
GameCube

LumiScore

51

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 6+ with parental supervision

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

34/100

Limited

Growth Value

Risk

0/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Wario World is a straightforward action platformer with clear objectives and no hidden costs or manipulative design. It's a good choice for children who enjoy active gameplay and collecting items.

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.
42
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)34/100

What your child develops

Wario World offers engaging platforming and beat 'em up gameplay that can enhance hand-eye coordination and reaction time. Players will also engage in problem-solving and spatial awareness as they navigate levels and defeat enemies.

Base: UnknownReviewed May 2026

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About this game

Wario World (ワリオワールド, Wario Wārudo) is a 2003 platform beat 'em up video game developed by Treasure and published by Nintendo for the GameCube. It was released in Europe on June 20, 2003, and later in North America, Australia and Japan.