Is The Guest appropriate for children?

# The Guest - Parent Guide "The Guest" is a first-person horror game with strong violence and dark, atmospheric imagery that may frighten younger children. It features exploration and puzzle-solving in a creepy environment with no inappropriate language or sexual content. This is best suited for mature teens who enjoy horror games, not younger children.

What age is The Guest suitable for?

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

Is The Guest safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

None

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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, Adventure, Indie, Puzzle

Released

2016

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

PC, macOS

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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