Raising Sky: Children of the Light age rating: what parents should know
Sky: Children of the Light age rating: Apple's App Store rates it 13+, for infrequent cartoon or fantasy violence and horror or fear themes, with messaging and chat. Google Play rates it Everyone 10+, and Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists it for ages 10 and up. Players meet strangers in a shared world, and Common Sense notes that messages from other players could potentially expose kids to inappropriate messages. It's free, and the developer says everything for sale is cosmetic.
Sky: Children of the Light at a glance
- ✓Official rating above age 7
App Store: 13+; Google Play: Everyone 10+ - ✓Contact with other players or strangers
App Store: chat; Play: Users Interact - ✓Purchases with real money
Candles and Season Pass, $4.99–$49.99 - –Paid random items
No random items listed - ✓Violence or scary content in rating descriptors
App Store: fantasy violence, horror/fear - –Government lawsuits, fines, or safety warnings
None found
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| Type | Free online adventure by thatgamecompany: fly through realms and meet other players |
|---|---|
| App Store (iOS) | 13+ (Apple: ages 13 and up) — infrequent cartoon or fantasy violence, horror/fear themes, weapons; messaging and chat, user content source |
| Google Play | Everyone 10+ — Fantasy Violence; Users Interact, In-Game Purchases source |
| Common Sense Media | 10+ (an independent nonprofit's age guidance) |
| Purchases | Candles $4.99–$49.99, Season Pass $9.99; the developer says purchases are cosmetic source |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What is Sky: Children of the Light?
Short answer: A free online adventure from thatgamecompany, the studio behind Journey.
Players fly through seven realms, solve gentle puzzles, and help spirits of a fallen kingdom. Other players share the world: they can hold hands, light candles for each other, and become friends. The game also warns players to beware of creatures called Krill. It's on phones, tablets, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, with cross-platform play.
Sky: Children of the Light age rating: what's in it
Short answer: It's 13+ on the App Store, Everyone 10+ on Google Play, and 10+ at Common Sense Media.
- App Store: 13+, for infrequent cartoon or fantasy violence, horror or fear themes, and guns or other weapons; contains messaging and chat, user-generated content, and social media.
- Google Play: Everyone 10+, for fantasy violence, with Users Interact and in-game purchases.
- Common Sense Media: 10+.
We couldn't confirm an ESRB rating on esrb.org.
Strangers, chat, and candles
Short answer: Players meet strangers, and candles cost real money.
Common Sense Media says the game has no spoken language, but messages to other players could expose kids to inappropriate content. Among listed App Store purchases, candles cost $4.99 to $49.99 and the Season Pass $9.99. The developer says anything for sale is cosmetic, and the game has no ads.
The habit kids may copy: helping someone along
Sky rewards small kind acts, like leading a lost player or lighting their candle. Kids who watch may notice how good it feels to help.
Try tonight: spot the left-out one
Look at a picture book together and find a character who's alone. Ask: "Who could help them?" In our program, this is the lesson "Stepping In": noticing when someone's left out or hurt.
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FAQ
What is the Sky: Children of the Light age rating?
Apple's App Store rates it 13+, Google Play rates it Everyone 10+, and Common Sense Media lists it for ages 10 and up.
Does Sky: Children of the Light have chat?
Yes. The App Store lists messaging and chat, and Google Play lists Users Interact.
Is Sky: Children of the Light free?
It's free to play. Candles cost $4.99 to $49.99 among listed App Store purchases, and the developer says purchases are cosmetic.
Who makes Sky: Children of the Light?
thatgamecompany, the studio behind Journey.
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