Is Dark Night appropriate for children?

# Dark Night Parental Guide This indie adventure game features moderate horror and violence that may frighten younger children, though it contains no profanity or sexual content. It's a single-player experience best suited for children aged 12 and up who enjoy spooky atmospheres. Preview it first to assess your child's comfort with suspenseful, scary content.

What age is Dark Night suitable for?

Our verdict for Dark Night is: Use caution. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Dark Night safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Moderate

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Adventure, Indie

Released

2016

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

macOS, PC

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

With parent

Ages 13+

Yes

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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