Hades Parents Guide: Age Rating, Safety & Tips
Recommended age: 12+
Recommended play time: 1-2 hours a day, no more. That's enough for 2-3 'runs' with breaks in between.
Oh, 'Hades'! It took me a week to even understand what the name was, I thought it was some girl's sister from kindergarten. But then my eldest son (15) couldn't stop talking about it, so I learned a bit. It’s like a moving cartoon movie, but really beautiful and captivating, and even I, Papa Chaim, enjoyed just watching him play.
What is this game
Listen, this game tells a story about the son of the God of the Underworld from Greek mythology, Zagreus, who tries to escape from his father (Hades). Every time he dies, he goes back to the beginning, but he doesn't get frustrated; he learns from it and gets stronger. It has a lot of dialogue, amazing art, and fast battles. It's for older kids, because of the content and a bit of violence (but not gory, more cartoon-ish).
Safety tips
- {"title":"Mature Content","content":"The game is rated for ages 12+. It has cartoon violence and mature themes like death and family. It's not terrible, but it's important to talk to them about it an…
- {"title":"Balanced Screen Time","content":"As with any game, it's important to limit playtime. Each 'run' can take 20-40 minutes. Sitting and playing for hours can be tiring for the eyes and mind. Fi…
- {"title":"Perseverance and Dealing with Frustration","content":"Because you die a lot, it can be frustrating. It's also good for teaching perseverance. Talk to them about how it's okay to die, and it…