I have an 8 and 9 year old who has been begging for this game. As a parent I have many concerns about the content....can anyone on the forum recommend a game similar without the adult content? Thanks in advance!! I have an 8 and 9 year old who has been begging for this game. As a parent I have many concerns about the content....can anyone on the forum recommend a game similar without the adult content?... » Read More I have an 8 and 9 year old who has been begging for this game. As a parent I have many concerns about the content....can anyone on the forum recommend a game similar without the adult content? Thanks in advance!! « Show Less
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Just Cause 2 only has the word "damn" and blood, whereas GTA 5 has all that plus the F word every ten seconds, a torture mission wherein you yank an innocent man's teeth out while he cries, a minigame in which you grope strippers' naked breasts, and explicit sexual language never before heard in anything but a porno. Plus, Just Cause 2 is a lot more fun and has a much bigger map.
11144
If you have a WiiU, I would recommend Lego City Undercover. It really is GTA V for Lego, complete with large open world city, wilderness, many vehicles and characters, story and humor--just no adult content.
11145
I would say no. About every other word is the fbomb, there is a strip club that shows nudity and prostitutes, so it's up to you.
11146
I think it's probably ok. If they go to a public school, there's nothing in GTA:V they haven't already seen or heard. Plus if you're a parent too lazy to even do a simple google search to see what's in this game, you've already shifted the responsibility of raising your kids to the public and the US Government. Above all else, just give your kids whatever they ask for. We'll take it from here.
11147
Never! Hookers, drugs, sex and heavy crime. Sets a very bad example for kids
11148
Yes, this is definitely not something you would want a child that young playing. Try one or more of the Batman games.
11149
I would say no, I really didn't know how bad it was until I started playing it. The language and sexual references and actual sexual content, I feel make this game much worse than a rated R movie. The game itself and free play world are amazing, I wish you could edit the other stuff out.
11150
Wheelman is very similiar, and has no nuditity, and very little violence, but still the fun of the free roam.
11151
I would stick with fantasy games like skyrim, fallout, Assassin's Creed or if your kids are more into racing games I have, need for speed: hot pursuit, but there are even better racing games out now. I wouldn't at any cost get your kids GTA: V, I wouldn't even get it for a 16 or 17 year old.
1586545
It has an 18 age rating. If I was the parent I would not buy it for my child. But, my sister feels my nephew has a maturity at 16 to play it. He grew up in a rough city so he was never going to stay a kid for long. I would hope that no child of 13 has lost their innocence enough to play a game like this, but the world is not that kind to everyone.
447561
Our family loved the game but my niece is 18. There are a lot of pop culture references that are older so its harder for young kids to get clues like "Neil Diamond". Don't let it stop you because we can bridge the gap. I am thinking 10 and up!
911704
The game says "Adults of All Ages." It's has some mature themes so not for the kids and it's not very family friendly. There are other games out there that are more whimsical if you're looking to play with kids.
1995912
Kelli Mullaly, it is appropriate. The violence is cartoony and there are other things to do on the game besides fighting that has mini games etc. There is no nudity or bad language. I let my seven year old cousin play it and he has a fun time.
2088296
That's for you as a parent to judge yourself. My biggest concern as a parent would be the attitude and language of some fellow players - not the game. The game itself is the standard shooter no better - no worse for onscreen graphics and violence.
1586547
Honestly. That's around the age the boys will start to want those games and it is just a game. There is parts with strippers and profanity but ask yourself.. Is my child old or mature enough to handle this content? And that will help
976672
I have a 5 and 9 year old. Both of them thought it was great, but I recommend that you have a sizable sand box for it. It also takes a little time for them to figure it out. In any event, it definitely is worth the purchase for the price and enjoyment.
65496
I agree - it's too bad the game isn't more prominently flagged other than "Manufacturers Suggested Age: 17". The game is a lot of fun (with the right crowd, in small doses) - and definitely not for younger kids. That's what Apples to Apples is for.
1845976
Yes, definitely appropriate. Depending on your child, they might be a little bored by it- I LOVE this game, and always have an AMAZING time playing- but much of the humor lies in people getting trivia answers very wrong, and a lot of kids probably wouldn't get it. For an old soul, absolutely!
550594
It is a single player game. And it is rated T for teen. I don't know your kids, and I won't tell you how to be a parent (if I am wrong in assuming you are a parent, I apologize). While not over-the-top vulgar or bloody like most games nowadays, the rating is there for a reason and demands consideration. But the decision ultimately is up to you.
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This is totally appropriate for an 8 & 10 year old. Nothing violent or sexually explicit. I am the mom who bought this upon request of my 15yr old son and I am NOT an experienced gamer. Despite my lack of gaming knowledge, our first attempt at playing lasted well under an hour. We can now sit down and play a full game in about 30 minutes while dinner is finishing. The hubby & kids like the artwork and "gamer" feel. I like that it's a card game that I can play equally well with no particular gaming experience. All in all, a pretty good family game that doesn't take forever and most certainly is not offensive. This is totally appropriate for an 8 & 10 year old. Nothing violent or sexually explicit. I am the mom who bought this upon request of my 15yr old son and I am NOT an experienced gamer. Despite my lack of gaming knowledge, our first attempt at playing lasted well under an hour. We can now sit down and play a full game in about 30 minutes while dinner is finishing. The hubby & kids like the artwork and "gamer" feel. I like that it's a card game that I can play equally well with no particular gaming experience. All in all, a pretty good family game that doesn't take forever and most... » Read More This is totally appropriate for an 8 & 10 year old. Nothing violent or sexually explicit. I am the mom who bought this upon request of my 15yr old son and I am NOT an experienced gamer. Despite my lack of gaming knowledge, our first attempt at playing lasted well under an hour. We can now sit down and play a full game in about 30 minutes while dinner is finishing. The hubby & kids like the artwork and "gamer" feel. I like that it's a card game that I can play equally well with no particular gaming experience. All in all, a pretty good family game that doesn't take forever and most certainly is not offensive. « Show Less
2240021
The game is only as scary as you try and make it. It's probably not appropriate for children under the age of 13. It's a survival horror game, that roughly heavily emphasizes on murder, and SPOIL ALERT!!!!!! One of the scenarios involve cannibalism.
584061
My computer won't let me access the completecranium web site, says it's an "attack web site." Anyone experience problems on that web site? My kids loves this game, but right now we're looking for both a new key and new balls for it. Very cheaply made.
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There is nothing in the game that I or my family has taken that way. There are some cards that are more of a mature joke that kids would not get. Some examples are a Broad Sword that only females can use, Crabs as a monster where you discard armor and all items worn below the waist, a Horny Helmet (elf with a helmet with big horns) and snails on speed. There is a 'curse change sex card' which my 8 year old thinks is funny unless he is the one changed to a girl. We only have the first set, so there might be something in one of the other sets.
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Our 9 year old seemed to enjoy it but he hasn't asked since the first game. So if your kids would enjoy a game like this then it is excellent.
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I think the "difficulty" level is no problem for a 10 year-old, especially one who is a good reader (the cards used in play require a bit of reading). However, the game play does involve themes that some parents might want to talk about with their younger children before setting them lose with the game (e.g. demons, witches, etc.) Before giving the game to your son, I suggest reading through the cards to see if they are on his reading level and checking to make sure that you are comfortable with the themes that part of the game.