Resident Evil age rating: what parents should know

Resident Evil is one of the best-known horror franchises, which also makes it popular with teenagers who may be too young for it. Here are the official ratings for the newest game and some practical tips for parents.

Key takeaways

• Requiem is ESRB M, PEGI 18 and USK 18.
• The ESRB descriptors are Intense Violence, Blood and Gore, Strong Language and In-Game Purchases.
• It is a single-player game; we found no online chat.
• Watching a stream is not safer than playing, because it shows the same content.

Ratings by game

Rating labels vary a little between games, but all of these are for older teens and adults.

What the descriptors mean

• Intense Violence and Blood and Gore: graphic injuries and creatures.
• Strong Language: frequent swearing.
• In-Game Purchases: the game offers paid extras. Requiem's store listing shows this flag, so set spending limits.

Setting up parental controls

1. Create a child account on your console or PC store.
2. Set the age limit so games above it cannot be started without a parent code.
3. Limit spending, or remove saved payment cards.
4. Talk with your child about why the rating exists.

Starting a conversation

A calm talk works better than a flat ban. Explain what is in the game, offer age-appropriate alternatives, and agree on what you are comfortable with. If your teenager is old enough and you decide to allow it, play the first hour together.

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More information

For help picking a game, see our survival horror basics and the Resident Evil hub.