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Is Epic Games Store safe for your child?

Age guide

12+

We advise Epic Games Store from age 12 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk).

5-8
The Epic Games Store primarily offers games rated for older audiences, and while some free-to-play titles like Fortnite are popular, the competitive nature and in-game communication are not suitable for this age group.
9-12
Children in this age range may be drawn to popular free-to-play games like Fortnite available on the Epic Games Store, which feature social interactions and in-game purchases, requiring active parental supervision over content and spending.
13-15
Teenagers can access a broad library of games on the Epic Games Store, including titles with more mature themes and online multiplayer modes, necessitating discussions about responsible gaming habits and online interactions.
16+
Older teens have full access to the Epic Games Store's diverse catalog, including mature-rated games, and can manage their own purchases and online interactions responsibly, though parental controls for spending can still be beneficial.

The Epic Games Store is a digital video game storefront operated by Epic Games, offering a curated selection of PC games for purchase and download. It also features a launcher for Epic's own games like Fortnite and provides a platform for online multiplayer.

Age guide
12+
Overall risk
7/10
Violence
6/10
Toxic behaviour
6/10
Stranger contact
7/10
Addiction risk
8/10
Language
6/10
Influence
6/10

What parents should know

The Epic Games Store is a digital storefront for PC and Mac games, known for its extensive library, frequent free game giveaways, and popular titles like Fortnite. While it offers a wide range of entertainment, parents should be aware of the potential for in-game purchases, online interactions, and access to games with varying content ratings. Utilizing the robust parental controls for purchases, friend requests, and content is crucial for a safe experience.

What to do about Epic Games Store

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Epic Games Store age rating and parents guide: common questions

What age rating is Epic Games Store?

Parentwise puts Epic Games Store at 12+. We advise Epic Games Store from age 12 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk). Violence scores 6/10, language 6/10, stranger contact 7/10 and addiction risk 8/10.

Can a 10 year old use Epic Games Store?

Not by default: we advise Epic Games Store from 12+, so at 10 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. Children in this age range may be drawn to popular free-to-play games like Fortnite available on the Epic Games Store, which feature social interactions and in-game purchases, requiring active parental supervision over content and spending.

Can a 12 year old use Epic Games Store?

Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Epic Games Store (12+). Children in this age range may be drawn to popular free-to-play games like Fortnite available on the Epic Games Store, which feature social interactions and in-game purchases, requiring active parental supervision over content and spending.

Can a 13 year old use Epic Games Store?

Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Epic Games Store (12+). Teenagers can access a broad library of games on the Epic Games Store, including titles with more mature themes and online multiplayer modes, necessitating discussions about responsible gaming habits and online interactions.

Is Epic Games Store appropriate for kids?

The Epic Games Store is a digital storefront for PC and Mac games, known for its extensive library, frequent free game giveaways, and popular titles like Fortnite. Parentwise rates Epic Games Store overall as high risk (7/10), with stranger contact at 7/10 and addiction risk at 8/10.

Is Epic Games Store family friendly?

Epic Games Store is one of the higher-risk titles we rate, so treat it as supervised rather than family viewing. While it offers a wide range of entertainment, parents should be aware of the potential for in-game purchases, online interactions, and access to games with varying content ratings.

Epic Games Store parents guide: what should a parent know first?

The Epic Games Store is a digital storefront for PC and Mac games, known for its extensive library, frequent free game giveaways, and popular titles like Fortnite. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (7/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (8/10).

Is Epic Games Store safe for kids?

We advise Epic Games Store from age 12 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk). While it offers a wide range of entertainment, parents should be aware of the potential for in-game purchases, online interactions, and access to games with varying content ratings.

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