Is Shadow of the Colossus (2011) appropriate for children?

# Shadow of the Colossus (2011) - Parental Guide Shadow of the Colossus is a dark, atmospheric action game where your child hunts and defeats massive creatures with a sword in a mysterious world. While rated Teen, the intense combat violence and moody, unsettling tone make it better suited for mature adolescents than younger children.

What age is Shadow of the Colossus (2011) suitable for?

Our verdict for Shadow of the Colossus (2011) is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Shadow of the Colossus (2011) safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action

Released

2011

ESRB Rating

Teen

Available on

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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