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Need for Speed: Most Wanted - A Criterion Game
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Is Need for Speed: Most Wanted - A Criterion Game safe for children?

Everyone 10+ Racing, Arcade Use caution
In-game screenshots
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# Need for Speed: Most Wanted - Parent Guide This arcade racing game is rated for ages 10+ and features street racing with moderate vehicular combat and mild scary moments. Online multiplayer is available, so your child may interact with other players. The game contains no profanity or sexual content, making it relatively safe, though the competitive racing action warrants parental consideration.
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Violence
Moderate
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Language / Profanity
None
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Sexual Content
None
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Horror / Scary
Mild
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Online Safety & Strangers
Mild
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In-App Purchases
None
Genre
Racing, Arcade
Released
2012
ESRB Rating
Everyone 10+
Available on
Android, PlayStation 3, PC, iOS, PS Vita, Wii U, Xbox 360
Under 6
Not yet
Ages 6–8
Not recommended
Ages 9–12
With parent (monitor online)
Ages 13+
Yes (monitor online)

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