Is DEAD OR ALIVE 4 appropriate for children?

Dead or Alive 4 is a mature fighting game with strong violence and language, plus moderate sexual content in character designs and animations. It's designed for adults and not appropriate for children under 17. The intense combat and mature themes make it unsuitable for younger players regardless of gaming experience.

What age is DEAD OR ALIVE 4 suitable for?

Our verdict for DEAD OR ALIVE 4 is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is DEAD OR ALIVE 4 safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Fighting

Released

2008

ESRB Rating

Mature

Available on

Xbox 360

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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