Is Windward appropriate for children?

Windward is an action-adventure game rated 10+ featuring pirate combat with strong violence that may be intense for younger children. While it offers fun exploration and cooperative multiplayer, experts don't recommend it for children under the rating. Consider your child's sensitivity to combat scenes before purchasing.

What age is Windward suitable for?

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

Is Windward safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Mild

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Adventure, RPG, Indie

Released

2015

ESRB Rating

Everyone 10+

Available on

PC, macOS, Linux, Android

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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