Is No Man's Sky appropriate for children?

# No Man's Sky - Parental Guide No Man's Sky is rated Teen for strong violence and horror elements, including alien combat and disturbing creatures. While there's no sexual content or strong language, the open-world survival gameplay and online multiplayer may expose your child to unpredictable player interactions. It's best suited for mature teens comfortable with intense sci-fi themes.

What age is No Man's Sky suitable for?

Our verdict for No Man's Sky is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is No Man's Sky safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Strong

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Adventure, RPG, Simulation, Massively Multiplayer, Indie

Released

2016

ESRB Rating

Teen

Available on

Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5

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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Not recommended

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