Is Painkiller Hell & Damnation appropriate for children?

# Painkiller Hell & Damnation - Parent Guide This first-person shooter features intense combat with graphic violence and gore, making it unsuitable for young children. The horror-themed setting includes demons and dark imagery, while online multiplayer exposes your child to unknown players. Best suited for mature teens and adults only.

What age is Painkiller Hell & Damnation suitable for?

Our verdict for Painkiller Hell & Damnation is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Painkiller Hell & Damnation safe for children?

Content breakdown

🔫

Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Moderate

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Shooter

Released

2012

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

Linux, macOS, PC, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3

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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