Is Skyrim rated M?
Sarah Cherry
Updated on May 28, 2026
Besides, is Skyrim appropriate for a 12 year old?
Please, if you are going to buy your kids video games, use the ESRB rating, it is printed on every video game box in the front, for more information check the ESRB website. Skyrim isn't suitable for children. They don't have the patience to level Smithing and Alchemy up to 100.
Also, can a 13 year old play Skyrim? Skyrim is one of the most immersive games out there. The base game has adventures, love, some sexual content, alcohol and some light drugs. If this review had been only for the base game i wouldve said kids from 13+ can play it. The game can practicaly become more filled with mature content than say GTA online.
One may also ask, why is Elder Scrolls rated M?
The Entertainment Software Rating Board has given Elder Scrolls Online a Mature rating for "Blood and Gore, Sexual Themes, Use of Alcohol, and Violence," ZeniMax posted on its Facebook page.
Should kids play Skyrim?
Skyrim isn't that violent and contains some disturbing imagery and characters. It is best for children between the ages 14-15. You will also visit a cairn filled with souls that had their bodies stolen and now just sit in confusion waiting for something to happen to them.