Is Battlefield 2042 appropriate for children?

# Battlefield 2042 Parental Guide Battlefield 2042 is a mature-rated multiplayer shooter with intense combat violence, strong language, and online interaction with strangers. The game includes in-app purchases and destruction-heavy gameplay set in a futuristic military setting. This is not appropriate for children and is best suited for teenagers 17 and older.

What age is Battlefield 2042 suitable for?

Our verdict for Battlefield 2042 is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Battlefield 2042 safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

Strong

🔞

Sexual Content

Moderate

👻

Horror / Scary

Moderate

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

💰

In-App Purchases

Mild

About the game

Genre

Action, Shooter, Adventure, Casual

Released

2021

ESRB Rating

Mature

Available on

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

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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