Is The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition appropriate for children?

# The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion - Parental Guide Oblivion is a mature fantasy RPG with strong violence, language, and scary content that's not suitable for children. The open-world gameplay involves combat, dark magic, and morally questionable choices. This game is best reserved for mature teens and adults who can handle its intense themes.

Is The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition safe for children?

Q: What age is The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition suitable for?

Our verdict for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Strong

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

RPG

Released

2009

ESRB Rating

Mature

Available on

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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