Is EA SPORTS NHL 16 appropriate for children?

# NHL 16 Parental Guide NHL 16 is a hockey sports game rated for ages 10 and up, featuring realistic gameplay with mild on-ice physicality typical of the sport. It includes online multiplayer modes where your child plays against others, so standard online safety applies. There's no concerning language, sexual content, or graphic violence.

What age is EA SPORTS NHL 16 suitable for?

Our verdict for EA SPORTS NHL 16 is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is EA SPORTS NHL 16 safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Mild

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Mild

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Sports

Released

2015

ESRB Rating

Everyone 10+

Available on

PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent (monitor online)

Ages 9–12

Yes (monitor online)

Ages 13+

Yes (monitor online)

Where to play

🎁 Find on Amazon

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