Is Mortal Kombat: Armageddon appropriate for children?

# Mortal Kombat: Armageddon - Parent Guide Mortal Kombat: Armageddon is rated Mature and features graphic violence, strong language, and some sexual content that make it unsuitable for children under 17. The fighting game emphasizes brutal combat with blood and gore throughout. This is best reserved for adult players only.

What age is Mortal Kombat: Armageddon suitable for?

Our verdict for Mortal Kombat: Armageddon is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Mortal Kombat: Armageddon safe for children?

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

Arcade, Fighting

Released

2006

ESRB Rating

Mature

Available on

Wii, PlayStation 2, Xbox

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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