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Is Pokemon Horizons safe for your child?
Age guide
6+
We advise Pokemon Horizons from age 6 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk).
- 5-8
- Younger viewers will enjoy the colorful animation and the adventures of Liko and Roy as they meet new Pokemon and explore different regions, focusing on the discovery aspect.
- 9-12
- Children in this age group can follow the overarching plot involving the mysterious Ancient Adventurers and the quest for the six heroes, appreciating the developing character relationships and the challenges faced.
- 13-15
- Teenagers might engage with the deeper themes of self-discovery and belonging that Liko experiences, alongside the tactical Pokemon battles and the unfolding mysteries surrounding the Explorers organization.
- 16+
- Older viewers can appreciate the show's departure from previous Pokemon series, focusing on a new protagonist and narrative style, while still enjoying the familiar world of Pokemon and its evolving lore.
Pokemon Horizons: The Series introduces new protagonists Liko and Roy as they embark on adventures across the Paldea region with their respective Pokémon partners. The series focuses on exploration, friendship, and uncovering mysteries surrounding ancient Pokémon and legendary artifacts.
- Age guide
- 6+
- Overall risk
- 3/10
- Violence
- 2/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 1/10
- Stranger contact
- 1/10
- Addiction risk
- 6/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Influence
- 4/10
What parents should know
Pokemon Horizons introduces new protagonists, Liko and Roy, on a journey across various regions to uncover mysteries surrounding ancient Pokemon and a new antagonist group. The series maintains the franchise's core themes of friendship and adventure, with a focus on exploration and self-discovery. It is generally considered appropriate for all ages, with mild cartoon action and no mature themes.
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Pokemon Horizons age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Pokemon Horizons?
Parentwise puts Pokemon Horizons at 6+. We advise Pokemon Horizons from age 6 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). Violence scores 2/10, language 1/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 6/10.
Can a 10 year old watch Pokemon Horizons?
Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Pokemon Horizons (6+). Children in this age group can follow the overarching plot involving the mysterious Ancient Adventurers and the quest for the six heroes, appreciating the developing character relationships and the challenges faced.
Can a 12 year old watch Pokemon Horizons?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Pokemon Horizons (6+). Children in this age group can follow the overarching plot involving the mysterious Ancient Adventurers and the quest for the six heroes, appreciating the developing character relationships and the challenges faced.
Can a 13 year old watch Pokemon Horizons?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Pokemon Horizons (6+). Teenagers might engage with the deeper themes of self-discovery and belonging that Liko experiences, alongside the tactical Pokemon battles and the unfolding mysteries surrounding the Explorers organization.
Is Pokemon Horizons appropriate for kids?
Pokemon Horizons introduces new protagonists, Liko and Roy, on a journey across various regions to uncover mysteries surrounding ancient Pokemon and a new antagonist group. Parentwise rates Pokemon Horizons overall as low risk (3/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 6/10.
Is Pokemon Horizons family friendly?
Pokemon Horizons is one of the lower-risk titles we rate. The series maintains the franchise's core themes of friendship and adventure, with a focus on exploration and self-discovery.
Pokemon Horizons parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Pokemon Horizons introduces new protagonists, Liko and Roy, on a journey across various regions to uncover mysteries surrounding ancient Pokemon and a new antagonist group. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (6/10).
Is Pokemon Horizons safe for kids?
We advise Pokemon Horizons from age 6 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). The series maintains the franchise's core themes of friendship and adventure, with a focus on exploration and self-discovery.
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