WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain
LumiScore
out of 100
Appropriate for ages 13+ 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
42/100
Growth Value
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Parent Pro-Tip
This classic wrestling game offers robust competitive fun without modern monetization pressures. Encourage fair play and sportsmanship during competitive matches, and discuss the difference between simulated wrestling and real-life behavior.
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
While female characters are present, the game's focus on wrestling matches makes it difficult to apply the Bechdel test meaningfully regarding conversations between named female characters about topics other than men.
What your child develops
WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain offers engaging competitive gameplay, requiring strategic thinking, quick reflexes, and fine motor skills. It provides a platform for players to embody their favorite wrestling superstars and engage in exciting, simulated athletic contests. The local multiplayer fosters friendly competition and shared entertainment.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain (Known as Exciting Pro Wrestling 5 in Japan) is a professional wrestling video game developed by Yuke's and published by THQ for PlayStation 2.