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Is Kingdom Hearts IV safe for your child?

Not released yet. Expected 2027.

The age guide and risk scores below are provisional. They reflect what the publisher has announced so far, not an assessment of the finished title, and we will update them once it is out.

Age guide

10+

We advise Kingdom Hearts IV from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk).

5-8
Kingdom Hearts 4 is rated for ages 10+ and contains fantasy violence, making it generally unsuitable for this age group.
9-12
Children in this age range can appreciate the engaging storyline and action RPG elements, but parents should be aware of the fantasy violence and potentially complex narrative themes.
13-15
Teenagers will likely enjoy the deep lore, challenging combat, and the exploration of various Disney and Pixar worlds, often engaging with the game's emotional depth and character development.
16+
Older players can fully immerse themselves in the intricate plot, character relationships, and strategic combat, including the potential for high-level boss fights and extensive side content.

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The highly anticipated next installment in the action RPG series that blends characters and worlds from Disney and Pixar with Final Fantasy elements. Players continue the epic saga of Sora, Donald, and Goofy as they battle forces of darkness.

Age guide
10+
Overall risk
4/10
Violence
4/10
Toxic behaviour
2/10
Stranger contact
1/10
Addiction risk
9/10
Language
2/10
Influence
7/10

What parents should know

Kingdom Hearts 4 is an action role-playing game that combines Disney and Pixar characters and worlds with an original, complex storyline. It features fantasy violence and strategic combat, suitable for players aged 10 and up. While primarily a single-player experience, the game's narrative depth and challenging gameplay are central to its appeal.

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Kingdom Hearts IV age rating and parents guide: common questions

What age rating is Kingdom Hearts IV?

Parentwise puts Kingdom Hearts IV at 10+. We advise Kingdom Hearts IV from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 4/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 9/10.

Can a 10 year old play Kingdom Hearts IV?

Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Kingdom Hearts IV (10+). Children in this age range can appreciate the engaging storyline and action RPG elements, but parents should be aware of the fantasy violence and potentially complex narrative themes.

Can a 12 year old play Kingdom Hearts IV?

Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Kingdom Hearts IV (10+). Children in this age range can appreciate the engaging storyline and action RPG elements, but parents should be aware of the fantasy violence and potentially complex narrative themes.

Can a 13 year old play Kingdom Hearts IV?

Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Kingdom Hearts IV (10+). Teenagers will likely enjoy the deep lore, challenging combat, and the exploration of various Disney and Pixar worlds, often engaging with the game's emotional depth and character development.

Is Kingdom Hearts IV appropriate for kids?

Kingdom Hearts 4 is an action role-playing game that combines Disney and Pixar characters and worlds with an original, complex storyline. Parentwise rates Kingdom Hearts IV overall as medium risk (4/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 9/10.

Is Kingdom Hearts IV family friendly?

Kingdom Hearts IV sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. It features fantasy violence and strategic combat, suitable for players aged 10 and up.

Kingdom Hearts IV parents guide: what should a parent know first?

Kingdom Hearts 4 is an action role-playing game that combines Disney and Pixar characters and worlds with an original, complex storyline. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (9/10).

Is Kingdom Hearts IV safe for kids?

We advise Kingdom Hearts IV from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). It features fantasy violence and strategic combat, suitable for players aged 10 and up.

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