Is BlackShadows appropriate for children?

# BlackShadows Parental Guide BlackShadows is an indie adventure game with moderate horror elements and violence that may startle younger children. Since it's not officially rated, use caution—it's best suited for children ages 12 and up who aren't easily scared. The single-player format means no online interactions to worry about.

What age is BlackShadows suitable for?

Our verdict for BlackShadows is: Use caution. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is BlackShadows safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Moderate

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Moderate

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Adventure, Indie

Released

2015

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

With parent

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to play

🎁 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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