Is Startup Company appropriate for children?

Startup Company is a completely safe strategy game where your child builds and manages their own virtual business from the ground up. There's no violence, inappropriate language, or scary content—just creative problem-solving and resource management. It's an excellent educational option for children interested in entrepreneurship and business concepts.

What age is Startup Company suitable for?

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

Is Startup Company safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

🔫

Violence

None

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

None

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Strategy, Simulation, Casual, Indie

Released

2017

ESRB Rating

Everyone

Available on

macOS, Linux, PC

Age suitability

Under 6

Yes

Ages 6–8

Yes

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

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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