Content breakdown
⚠️
Not recommended
Alan Wake is a dark survival horror game with strong violence and genuinely scary moments that may be too intense for younger children, despite its Teen rating. The atmospheric storytelling and third-person shooting focus on adult themes and psychological horror rather than family-friendly content. It's best suited for mature teens who enjoy horror games.
About the game
Genre
Action, Shooter, Adventure
Available on
Xbox 360, Xbox One, PC
Age suitability
Ages 9–12
Not recommended
Where to play
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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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