Is Contra: Hard Corps appropriate for children?

# Contra: Hard Corps - Parent Guide Contra: Hard Corps is a fast-paced shooting game featuring intense action and strong violence throughout—expect frequent gunfire, explosions, and combat against enemies. While it contains no profanity or sexual content, the challenging gameplay and violent action make it better suited for teens rather than younger children.

What age is Contra: Hard Corps suitable for?

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

Is Contra: Hard Corps safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

None

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Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Shooter

Released

1994

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

Genesis

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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