Game · Medium risk
Is Hades safe for your child?
Age guide
12+
We advise Hades from age 12 and up. Overall risk 5/10 (medium risk).
- 5-8
- This game is not appropriate for this age group due to its combat-focused gameplay and mythological themes involving death and the underworld.
- 9-12
- Children in this age range may be exposed to cartoon violence and mythological creatures, requiring understanding that it is fantasy combat.
- 13-15
- Teens will encounter strategic combat, a compelling narrative based on Greek mythology, and themes of rebellion and family conflict within the game's roguelike structure.
- 16+
- Older teens can appreciate the nuanced storytelling, character development, and challenging gameplay mechanics, including permanent death and progression through repeated runs in Hades.
Hades is an action roguelike dungeon crawler where players control Zagreus, prince of the Underworld, as he attempts to escape his father, Hades. The game features fast-paced combat, a rich narrative, and permanent upgrades.
- Age guide
- 12+
- Overall risk
- 5/10
- Violence
- 7/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 2/10
- Stranger contact
- 1/10
- Addiction risk
- 9/10
- Language
- 5/10
- Influence
- 4/10
What parents should know
Hades is an action roguelike game with a strong narrative rooted in Greek mythology, featuring cartoon violence. Its core gameplay loop involves repeated attempts to escape the underworld, which can be highly engaging but also frustrating. Parents should be aware of the fantasy combat and the potential for extended play sessions due to the game's addictive nature.
What to do about Hades
Free with a Parentwise account. The age-by-age verdict needs your child's age, which is why it lives behind the account.
- The age-by-age verdict
What we advise for under 8, 8-12 and 13+ - our age guide for Hades is 12+, and the answer changes with your child's age. - The one setting to change tonight
The exact Hades setting that cuts the most risk, with the steps to find it. - What to say
Word-for-word openers for talking about Hades without a row. - Red flags to watch for
The signals in Hades that mean it is time to step in.
Hades age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Hades?
Parentwise puts Hades at 12+. We advise Hades from age 12 and up. Overall risk 5/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 7/10, language 5/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 9/10.
Can a 10 year old play Hades?
Not by default: we advise Hades from 12+, so at 10 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. Children in this age range may be exposed to cartoon violence and mythological creatures, requiring understanding that it is fantasy combat.
Can a 12 year old play Hades?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Hades (12+). Children in this age range may be exposed to cartoon violence and mythological creatures, requiring understanding that it is fantasy combat.
Can a 13 year old play Hades?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Hades (12+). Teens will encounter strategic combat, a compelling narrative based on Greek mythology, and themes of rebellion and family conflict within the game's roguelike structure.
Is Hades appropriate for kids?
Hades is an action roguelike game with a strong narrative rooted in Greek mythology, featuring cartoon violence. Parentwise rates Hades overall as medium risk (5/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 9/10.
Is Hades family friendly?
Hades sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. Its core gameplay loop involves repeated attempts to escape the underworld, which can be highly engaging but also frustrating.
Hades parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Hades is an action roguelike game with a strong narrative rooted in Greek mythology, featuring cartoon violence. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (9/10).
Is Hades safe for kids?
We advise Hades from age 12 and up. Overall risk 5/10 (medium risk). Its core gameplay loop involves repeated attempts to escape the underworld, which can be highly engaging but also frustrating.
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