Is A Virus Named TOM appropriate for children?

# A Virus Named TOM - Parent Guide Despite its "Everyone 10+" rating, this arcade-style puzzle game features surprisingly intense action and combat that may overwhelm younger children. It's best suited for older children (12+) who enjoy fast-paced strategy games. The game offers excellent local multiplayer options for children to play together.

What age is A Virus Named TOM suitable for?

Our verdict for A Virus Named TOM is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is A Virus Named TOM safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Mild

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Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Strategy, Arcade, Indie, Puzzle

Released

2012

ESRB Rating

Everyone 10+

Available on

PS Vita, PlayStation 3, PC, Linux, 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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