Is The Lab appropriate for children?

"The Lab" is a free VR game that's generally safe for children, featuring light sci-fi puzzles and experiments in a fun sandbox environment with no violence, profanity, or scary content. It's single-player only and works best with VR headsets, making it an educational, family-friendly option.

What age is The Lab suitable for?

Our verdict for The Lab is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is The Lab safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Mild

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

None

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Game

Released

2016

ESRB Rating

Not Rated

Available on

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent

Ages 9–12

Yes

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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