Is Aeterna Noctis appropriate for children?

Aeterna Noctis is a challenging 2D action platformer with hand-drawn anime-style graphics and strong combat violence, though no gore or inappropriate language. The difficult gameplay and darker atmospheric tone make it better suited for older children and teens rather than younger players. Not recommended for children under 13.

What age is Aeterna Noctis suitable for?

Our verdict for Aeterna Noctis is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Aeterna Noctis safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

🔫

Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

None

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Adventure, Indie, Platformer

Released

2021

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series S/X, PC

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to play

🎁 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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