Would any one recommend or strongly object to the idea of a 12.5 year old boy playing this game if he says he, " I can handle it."
275614
Honestly I think it's alright for a kid to play if he's got a good head on his shoulders. No Denying that this is a violent game, but I wouldn't say it's senseless or exploitative, more of a gritty violence. It also deals with some mature themes such as grief and depression in an interesting way, theres some foul language, but it's used reasonably, and there wasn't much sexual content to speak of. The game is more about problem solving and making tough decisions in various high stress situations.
275615
I don't think there is anything too explicit for a 12 year old. I was playing Mortal Kombat when I was 12-13 which I would say is a lot more intense in terms of gore. The Walking Dead has explicit language and is high on the gore factor but there are more intense games out there as well. It's really up to what you deem appropriate.
275616
Its not that bad of a game i mean its not like he is asking for dead space on a playstation 3. However you are doing a great job at parenting seeking help first before buying him a game. I think it is rated mature. I would say let him play it 12-16yr olds i think should handle it just as well as a 17yr old. Ive played mature games since i was a young kid and theres nothing wrong with zombie games for a 12 yr old. If youre a really cautious parent though then no he would need to wait a few more yesrs
689765
A five year old may be able to handle the mechanics of the game, but I'd recommend a bit older for the strategy involved.
81313
I would let my kid, but ultimately its up to you. Plenty of violence, however. nothing is graphic (blood etc). Nothing sexual at all (there is minor romance plots, but nothing outside that). It's a great game.
211342
No, way too nasty and violent, don't expose your 12 year old son into this game.
2092667
I got this for my son at age 3 1/2 and he played with it but was unable to play the actual games, he is 4 1/2 now and has little desire to play it, more into tablets and cell phone apps at this point but I think it is appropriate and they can grow into the games.
787952
They would be able to handle it themselves...once they understand the rules. Though this is the Junior version of the game, there are still a few rules. My 7 year old kind of makes things up he doesn't remember when I'm not playing, but he still has a good time with his friends that are around his same age. If you're willing to play it a few times to help them learn the rules, then this game would be enjoyable to them by themselves. There's not much reading once you know the rules. Just rolling the dice and moving your pieces depending on what you roll.
711681
If they know how to use the controllers, they will not have a problem playing this game. My 13 year old son says this is a fun game and suitable for their age.
864708
My 5 year old son plays this game with no problem. (and most all of the Lego video games are appropriate for young children).
217935
My 3 1/2yr old played just fine with me last night. I purchased it thinking he would love it because he like to building "towers". But when I looked at the packaging it suggesting 8 or older I thought maybe the game would be too advanced. He surprised me with some of his crafty moves. I just had to explain to him that the tower had to be balanced. If you have a child who gets frustrated easy this game might be a turn off. As it does tend to fall apart quickly. All in all we built three "towers" last night and he still wanted more.
19279
5 year old these days I would say yes. My kid is 10 now but at 5 she had a DS and was playing games like this so depends on the child I think.
2028267
It was for me...I'm 40...LOL. My son is 13 and he plays with it sometimes. We have nerf wars in the house.
388904
Yes. I played it with my 10 year old grandson and it was challenging as I play to win (and he beat me).
396077
I took out maybe 4 or 5 cards to be able to play it with our ten year old. But I think mature kids would be fine. Of course, it's just a judgement call on your part.
1027827
Depends on their focus level. My 12 y/o nephew loves the game and has picked up on parts of the rules that I have missed. I would say not younger than 10 or 11 though.
1767341
It is violent. A lot of shooting and killing people. Online can be very graphic and people are very profane. In my opinion, no, it's not acceptable for a 9 year old. If my son was 9, I wouldn't allow him to play it.
1371461
I don't understand the question? If a person finds it enjoyable, and can handle the sticks on the controller, then there is no suggested age.
217936
I gave to my 12 year old son. He plays it with a couple of his friends and they love it. He loan it to his cousins (6 & 8 years) and they had a hard time returning it. They had a lot of fun with it.