Is F.E.A.R. 3 appropriate for children?

# F.E.A.R. 3 Parental Guide F.E.A.R. 3 is a graphic first-person shooter with strong violence, gore, and horror elements that make it inappropriate for children. The game features intense combat against zombie-like creatures and supernatural threats. It includes online multiplayer modes and is best suited for mature teenagers and adults only.

What age is F.E.A.R. 3 suitable for?

Our verdict for F.E.A.R. 3 is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is F.E.A.R. 3 safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

🔫

Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Moderate

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Shooter

Released

2011

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

PC, PlayStation 3, 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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