Wave Race 64: Kawasaki Jet Ski
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 6+ with parental supervision
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Score breakdown
Developmental benefits
Design risk factors
Additional dimensions
Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.
Growth
43/100
Growth Value
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Parent Pro-Tip
Wave Race 64 is a classic racing game that provides a fun and challenging experience without the modern concerns of in-game purchases or manipulative design. It's an excellent choice for developing motor skills and strategic thinking.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
RepresentationHow 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
Game is a racing game with no significant narrative or named female characters to assess for the Bechdel test.
What your child develops
Wave Race 64 offers engaging cognitive benefits through its demanding spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and problem-solving challenges in navigating dynamic water environments. Its precise controls also hone hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reaction time. The local multiplayer mode can foster positive social interaction.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
Wave Race 64 is a racing video game developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo. It was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1996 and is a follow-up to the 1992 Game Boy title Wave Race.