Raising Terraria age rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Terraria age rating: the ESRB rates it T (Teen) for blood and gore, cartoon violence, mild suggestive themes, and alcohol references. PEGI rates it 12 in Europe and the UK, for violence, and Apple's App Store rates it 13+ and lists messaging and chat. Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists it for ages 11 and up.
Terraria at a glance
- ✓Official rating above age 7
ESRB: T; PEGI 12; App Store 13+ - ✓Contact with other players or strangers
App Store: Messaging and Chat - –Purchases with real money
Paid game; no in-game purchases listed - –Paid random items
None listed - ✓Violence or scary content in rating descriptors
ESRB: Blood and Gore, Cartoon Violence - –Government lawsuits, fines, or safety warnings
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Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count.
| Type | 2D digging, building, and monster-fighting game by Re-Logic, on PC, consoles, and phones |
|---|---|
| US & Canada (ESRB) | T (Teen) — Blood and Gore, Cartoon Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes, Alcohol Reference source |
| Europe & UK (PEGI) | 12 (suitable from age 12) — Violence source |
| App Store (iOS) | 13+ — frequent cartoon violence, weapons; infrequent horror, profanity; messaging and chat; $4.99 source |
| Common Sense Media | 11+ (an independent nonprofit's age guidance) |
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 Terraria?
Terraria is a side-scrolling game about digging, crafting, building, and fighting monsters, made by the studio Re-Logic. Common Sense Media compares it to Minecraft, in 2D. It's a one-time purchase, $4.99 on Apple's App Store, and is also on PC and consoles.
Terraria age rating: what's in it
Short answer: It's rated for teens in the US and 12 in Europe.
- US & Canada (ESRB): T, for blood and gore, cartoon violence, mild suggestive themes, and alcohol references.
- Europe & UK (PEGI): 12, for violence; PEGI notes "frequent mild violence."
- App Store: 13+, including frequent cartoon violence and weapons, and infrequent horror themes.
- Common Sense Media: 11+.
The ESRB describes blood drops from enemies, text that describes how characters die, and ale players can drink. Common Sense Media mentions monsters such as floating eyes, zombies, and worms.
Online play and chat
Apple's App Store lists messaging and chat, and Google Play lists "Users Interact." The ESRB notes online interactions aren't rated. Common Sense Media says the game is available online. Common Sense Media lists no in-game purchases.
The habit kids may copy: the scary night
In Terraria, zombies and flying eyeballs come out at night. Some kids carry that idea into their own bedtime.
Try tonight: check the dark
If the dark feels scary, turn it into a detective game with a flashlight. Ask: "What do we actually see? What did we imagine?" In our program, this is the lesson "True or Made Up": checking a fear against the facts.
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FAQ
What age is Terraria for?
The ESRB rates it T (Teen), PEGI 12, and Apple's App Store 13+. Common Sense Media lists it for ages 11 and up.
Why is Terraria rated T?
The ESRB lists blood and gore, cartoon violence, mild suggestive themes, and alcohol references.
Is Terraria like Minecraft?
Common Sense Media calls it a Minecraft-style game in a 2D world. Minecraft is rated E10+ by the ESRB; Terraria is rated T.
Does Terraria have chat?
Apple's App Store lists messaging and chat for the iOS version, and the ESRB notes online interactions aren't rated.
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