Content breakdown
⚠️
Not recommended
**9 Years of Shadows** is a challenging 2D action game with strong combat violence that may be intense for younger children. While it contains no profanity or sexual content, the difficult gameplay and dark atmospheric style make it better suited for teens and adults. Consider your child's tolerance for action-heavy games before purchasing.
About the game
Genre
Action, Adventure, Indie
Available on
PC, Xbox Series S/X, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
Age suitability
Ages 9–12
Not recommended
Where to play
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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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