Is STAY appropriate for children?

# STAY - Parental Guide STAY is a dark, atmospheric survival game with strong violence that isn't suitable for children. The challenging gameplay, stealth mechanics, and intense story involve combat and dangerous situations. There's no inappropriate language or sexual content, but the overall tone and violent content make it better suited for mature teens and adults.

What age is STAY suitable for?

Our verdict for STAY is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is STAY safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

Mild

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie

Released

2018

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

PC, Nintendo Switch, PS Vita, Xbox One, macOS

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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