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When The Past Was Around
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Is When The Past Was Around safe for children?

Everyone 10+ Adventure, Casual, Indie Generally safe
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Generally safe
# When The Past Was Around – Parent Guide This atmospheric point-and-click adventure follows a female protagonist solving puzzles through hand-drawn environments with a beautiful soundtrack. The story is emotional and philosophical, with mild surreal elements that may occasionally feel unsettling. There's no violence, language, or sexual content, making it appropriate for children 10 and up who enjoy relaxing, story-driven games.
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Violence
Mild
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Language / Profanity
None
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Sexual Content
None
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Horror / Scary
Mild
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In-App Purchases
None
Genre
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Released
2020
ESRB Rating
Everyone 10+
Available on
iOS, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, macOS, PC
Under 6
Not yet
Ages 6–8
With parent
Ages 9–12
Yes
Ages 13+
Yes

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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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