Is It Lurks in the Woods appropriate for children?

# It Lurks in the Woods – Parent Guide "It Lurks in the Woods" is an indie horror adventure with strong violence and atmospheric scares that isn't officially rated. The game features gore and dark exploration designed to unsettle players. It's not recommended for children due to its intense horror elements and violent content.

What age is It Lurks in the Woods suitable for?

Our verdict for It Lurks in the Woods is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is It Lurks in the Woods safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Adventure, Indie

Released

2017

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

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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