Is Awesomenauts appropriate for children?

Awesomenauts is a colorful sci-fi action game with strong cartoon violence that's rated Teen. While it features funny humor and cooperative play, the online multiplayer exposes your child to unpredictable player interactions. The game's difficulty and competitive nature make it best suited for teenagers rather than younger children.

What age is Awesomenauts suitable for?

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

Is Awesomenauts safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

🔫

Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

Mild

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Mild

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Strategy, Indie, Platformer

Released

2012

ESRB Rating

Teen

Available on

PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, macOS, PC, Linux

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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