# The Long Dark - Parent Guide
The Long Dark is a challenging survival game where your child must manage hunger, cold, and wildlife threats in a harsh post-apocalyptic wilderness. While it has a Teen rating, the intense atmosphere, strong violence, and difficult gameplay make it better suited for mature teenagers who enjoy horror and survival challenges rather than younger children.
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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
Strong
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Online Safety & Strangers
Mild
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In-App Purchases
None
About the game
Genre
Action, Adventure, Simulation, Indie
Released
2014
ESRB Rating
Teen
Available on
PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, macOS, Linux
Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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