Is Pokémon GO appropriate for children?

# Pokémon GO Parent Guide Pokémon GO is a free mobile game where children explore their neighborhoods to catch virtual creatures, battle others online, and complete collections. The gameplay is mild and age-appropriate with no concerning content. However, parents should supervise outdoor exploration and be aware that online multiplayer interactions with strangers are possible.

What age is Pokémon GO suitable for?

Our verdict for Pokémon GO is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Pokémon GO safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

🔫

Violence

Mild

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

None

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

RPG, Strategy

Released

2016

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

iOS, Android

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