Raising Zelda age rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Zelda age rating: the two newest main games, Tears of the Kingdom and Echoes of Wisdom, are both rated E10+ (everyone 10 and older) by the ESRB for fantasy violence. In Europe, PEGI rates Tears of the Kingdom 12 and Echoes of Wisdom 7. Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists them for ages 10 and up and 9 and up. Neither has online interaction or in-game purchases, per the ESRB.
The Legend of Zelda at a glance
- ✓Official rating above age 7
ESRB: E10+; PEGI 12 (Tears of the Kingdom) - –Contact with other players or strangers
ESRB: No Interactive Elements - –Purchases with real money
ESRB: none for Tears of the Kingdom, Echoes - –Paid random items
None listed - ✓Violence or scary content in rating descriptors
ESRB: Fantasy Violence; PEGI: Fear - –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 | Nintendo's adventure game series starring Link and Princess Zelda, since 1986 |
|---|---|
| Tears of the Kingdom (2023) | ESRB E10+ (everyone 10 and older) — Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes; PEGI 12 — Violence source |
| Echoes of Wisdom (2024) | ESRB E10+ — Fantasy Violence; PEGI 7 — Violence, Fear source |
| Common Sense Media | Tears of the Kingdom 10+; Echoes of Wisdom 9+ (an independent nonprofit) |
| The movie | Live-action film from Sony Pictures and Nintendo, scheduled for April 30, 2027; not rated yet 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 The Legend of Zelda?
The Legend of Zelda is Nintendo's long-running adventure series. Usually the hero, Link, explores the kingdom of Hyrule, solves puzzles, and fights monsters to save Princess Zelda. In Echoes of Wisdom (2024), you play as Zelda. Tears of the Kingdom (2023) is an open-world game and the sequel to Breath of the Wild.
Zelda age rating: what's in it
Short answer: The recent games are rated 10+ in the US; in Europe, from 7 to 12.
- Tears of the Kingdom: ESRB E10+, for fantasy violence and mild suggestive themes; PEGI 12. The ESRB notes some characters wear revealing outfits.
- Echoes of Wisdom: ESRB E10+, for fantasy violence; PEGI 7, for violence and fear. Zelda summons creatures to fight stylized enemies.
- Link's Awakening (2019 remake): ESRB E.
The ESRB lists no interactive elements, meaning no online interaction or in-game purchases, for Tears of the Kingdom and Echoes of Wisdom.
Is there a Zelda movie?
Short answer: Yes, a live-action film is scheduled for April 30, 2027.
It's made by Sony Pictures and Nintendo and directed by Wes Ball, with Bo Bragason as Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link. Shigeru Miyamoto announced the date, moved up from May 7, per Deadline. As of October 2026, it isn't rated yet.
The habit kids may copy: stuck, then quit
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Try tonight: three ways in
Build a small puzzle: a toy inside a box with a tricky lid. When it doesn't open, ask: "What's another way?" Try three before asking for help. In our program, this is the lesson "Plan B": if one way doesn't work, try another.
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FAQ
What age is Zelda for?
The ESRB rates Tears of the Kingdom and Echoes of Wisdom E10+ (everyone 10 and older). PEGI rates them 12 and 7.
What is Tears of the Kingdom rated?
ESRB E10+, for fantasy violence and mild suggestive themes. PEGI 12, for violence. Common Sense Media lists it for ages 10 and up.
Is any Zelda game rated E?
Yes. The ESRB rates Link's Awakening (2019) E. Echoes of Wisdom is E10+ in the US and PEGI 7 in Europe.
When does the Zelda movie come out?
The live-action film is scheduled for April 30, 2027, per Shigeru Miyamoto's announcement reported by Deadline. It isn't rated yet.
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