Is World War 3 appropriate for children?

# World War 3 Parental Guide World War 3 is a realistic military shooter with strong violence and gore that's rated Teen but skews mature. The online multiplayer gameplay involves intense combat and realistic warfare scenarios. We recommend it only for older teens who can handle graphic violence, and suggest checking gameplay videos before purchase.

What age is World War 3 suitable for?

Our verdict for World War 3 is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is World War 3 safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Moderate

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Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Shooter, RPG, Simulation, Indie

Released

2018

ESRB Rating

Teen

Available on

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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