Raising Undertale age rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Undertale age rating: the ESRB rates it E10+ (everyone 10 and older) for fantasy violence, mild blood, mild language, and use of tobacco. PEGI, used in Europe and the UK, rates it 12 for pictures and sounds likely to be horrifying. Germany's USK rates it 6, per Nintendo's German store, and Common Sense Media lists it for ages 10 and up. It's single-player, with no in-game purchases.
Undertale at a glance
- ✓Official rating above age 7
ESRB: E10+; PEGI 12 - –Contact with other players or strangers
Single-player; ESRB: no interactive elements - –Purchases with real money
Paid once; no in-game purchases - –Paid random items
None found - ✓Violence or scary content in rating descriptors
ESRB: Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood; PEGI: horror - –Government lawsuits, fines, or safety warnings
None found
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 | Role-playing video game by Toby Fox where you don't have to destroy anyone; publisher 8-4 |
|---|---|
| US & Canada (ESRB) | E10+ (everyone 10 and older) — Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Use of Tobacco; Xbox version adds Simulated Gambling source |
| Europe & UK (PEGI) | 12 (suitable from age 12) — pictures and sounds likely to be horrifying source |
| Germany (USK) | 6 (approved from age 6) — rare scary moments, abstract violence (per Nintendo Germany) source |
| Common Sense Media | 10+ (independent nonprofit); parents who reviewed it say 9+ |
| Cost | $14.99 regular price on Nintendo's US store; no in-game purchases |
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 Undertale?
Short answer: A role-playing game by Toby Fox, described as "the RPG where you don't have to destroy anyone."
In fights with monsters, players can attack or find a peaceful way out, and Common Sense Media notes that the game encourages peaceful resolution. It's published by 8-4 and came to PS4 and PS Vita in 2017 and Nintendo Switch in 2018, with Xbox versions later. Deltarune, Toby Fox's next game, is set in a parallel world.
Undertale age rating: what's in it
Short answer: Ratings range from 6 in Germany to 12 in Europe.
- US & Canada (ESRB): E10+, for fantasy violence, mild blood, mild language, and use of tobacco. The Xbox version adds simulated gambling.
- Europe & UK (PEGI): 12, for pictures and sounds likely to be horrifying.
- Germany (USK): 6, for rare scary moments and abstract violence (per Nintendo's German store).
Common Sense Media describes fantasy battles with few on-screen depictions of violence, the words "hell" and "damn," and a character smoking what's implied to be a joint. It lists no sexual content and no purchases.
Purchases and online play
Undertale is single-player. The ESRB lists no interactive elements for the Xbox version, and the game has no in-game purchases. It's a one-time purchase, $14.99 at regular price on Nintendo's US store.
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In Undertale, each battle offers a choice between fighting and sparing.
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FAQ
What age is Undertale for?
The ESRB rates it E10+ (everyone 10 and older). PEGI rates it 12, Germany's USK 6, and Common Sense Media lists it for 10 and up.
Why is Undertale rated 12 in Europe?
PEGI rates it 12 for pictures and sounds likely to be horrifying, such as eerie music and disturbing visuals.
Is Undertale violent?
The ESRB lists fantasy violence and mild blood. Common Sense Media notes few on-screen depictions of violence and says the game encourages peaceful resolution.
Does Undertale have in-game purchases?
No. It's a one-time purchase, single-player, and the ESRB lists no interactive elements.
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