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Is DEFCON safe for children?

Mature Strategy, Indie Not recommended
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Not recommended
DEFCON is a mature strategy game about nuclear warfare where players command military forces in realistic Cold War scenarios. It contains strong violence, language, and horror elements depicting mass destruction and death. The game's dark, atmospheric tone and online multiplayer features make it unsuitable for children and best suited for adults only.
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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
Strong
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Online Safety & Strangers
Mild
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In-App Purchases
None
Genre
Strategy, Indie
Released
2006
ESRB Rating
Mature
Available on
PC, macOS, Linux
Under 6
Not yet
Ages 6–8
Not recommended
Ages 9–12
Not recommended
Ages 13+
Not recommended

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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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