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Is Outer Wilds safe for children?

Everyone 10+ Adventure, Indie, Puzzle Generally safe
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Generally safe
# Outer Wilds Parent Guide Outer Wilds is a thoughtful space exploration puzzle game rated Everyone 10+ with no violence, language, or sexual content. Your child explores alien planets and solves mysteries through observation and experimentation. It's engaging and imaginative, though some surreal imagery might feel unsettling for sensitive younger children.
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Violence
Mild
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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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In-App Purchases
None
Genre
Adventure, Indie, Puzzle
Released
2019
ESRB Rating
Everyone 10+
Available on
PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PC
Under 6
Not yet
Ages 6–8
With parent
Ages 9–12
Yes
Ages 13+
Yes

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