Is EVE Online appropriate for children?

# EVE Online Parental Guide EVE Online is a complex space MMO where players engage in intense battles and economic competition with thousands of others online. While rated Teen, the strong combat violence, demanding gameplay, and unmoderated multiplayer chat make it better suited for older teens with gaming experience. Younger children may find it overwhelming and frustrating.

What age is EVE Online suitable for?

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

Is EVE Online safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Mild

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, RPG, Strategy, Massively Multiplayer

Released

2003

ESRB Rating

Teen

Available on

PC, Linux, macOS

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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