Is Shot In The Dark appropriate for children?

# Shot In The Dark - Parental Guide This free indie action game features strong violence with pixel-style graphics and horror elements that may disturb younger children. It includes online multiplayer and is currently in early access. Due to the intense combat and dark atmosphere, it's best suited for teens rather than younger children.

What age is Shot In The Dark suitable for?

Our verdict for Shot In The Dark is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Shot In The Dark safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Moderate

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Indie

Released

2015

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

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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