Is Mortal Kombat: Deception appropriate for children?

# Mortal Kombat: Deception Parent Guide Mortal Kombat: Deception is rated Mature for graphic violence, strong language, and sexual content—it's designed for adults. The fighting game features brutal combat animations, online multiplayer with strangers, and content inappropriate for children under 17.

What age is Mortal Kombat: Deception suitable for?

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

Is Mortal Kombat: Deception 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

👻

Horror / Scary

Moderate

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Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Fighting

Released

2004

ESRB Rating

Mature

Available on

PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube

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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