Game age ratings explained: PEGI, ESRB and what the labels really mean

Game age ratings describe what is in a game, such as violence, language and scary scenes. They say nothing about how hard it is or how good it is.

This guide explains the PEGI and ESRB labels, what the content icons and "in-game purchases" notes mean, and how other countries fit in. A small explorer shows which labels suit your child's age and which label typical content tends to land in.