Terraria Parents Guide: Age Rating, Safety & Tips
Recommended age: 10+
Recommended play time: 1.5 to 2 hours, with a break in between
Oh boy, Terraria! My middle son, the 13-year-old, got addicted to this about two or three years ago, and it was his whole world. I, Papa Chaim from Nes Ziona, admit it took me a while to understand what was going on, but for my kids, I learned. Don't worry, I'm here to help you navigate this pixelated world.
What is this game
Listen, it's like Minecraft in 2D – my older son told me that, and it helped me start to understand. Basically, the kids explore a huge world, dig, build houses and caves, and also fight small and large monsters. It's a game of creation and adventure, not a linear story. There's no clear end here; you can play for hours and discover new things all the time. It's also a game that can be played with friends, and that's what my kids loved most about it.
Safety tips
- {"title":"Screen Time","content":"Because this game has no end, it's very easy to 'fall into it' for many hours. It's important to set clear playtimes in advance and stick to them. With my son, I use…
- {"title":"Playing with Strangers","content":"You never know who is on the other side of the screen. Emphasize to the children not to share personal information in any way, and not to agree to meet st…
- {"title":"Fair Play within the Game","content":"Teach them not to cheat. There are ways to cheat in the game, and that ruins the fun for them and their friends. It's better to earn things through har…