Game ratings from the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) provide information about what’s in a video game or app. These ratings can help you make informed choices about which Nintendo games are right for you and your family.
Guide to game ratings
The ESRB rating system was founded by the video game industry in 1994 after consulting a wide range of child development and academic experts, analyzing other rating systems, and conducting nationwide research with parents. The three-part system includes Rating Categories, Content Descriptors, and Interactive Elements.
Guide to game ratings
The ESRB rating system was founded by the video game industry in 1994 after consulting a wide range of child development and academic experts, analyzing other rating systems, and conducting nationwide research with parents. The three-part system includes Rating Categories, Content Descriptors, and Interactive Elements.
Rating Categories
Rating Categories suggest age appropriateness. A game rated Everyone is generally suited for all ages, while a game rated Everyone 10+ is generally suited for ages 10 and up.
Content Descriptors
Content Descriptors indicate content that may have triggered a particular rating and/or may be of interest or concern. The term “Mild” indicates a lower frequency, intensity, or severity.
Interactive Elements
Interactive Elements highlight interactive or online features, including users’ ability to interact with each other, if purchases of digital goods or services are offered, and more.
Game Finder
Game Finder
Answer a few questions about your Nintendo system, age range, favorite characters, and more. Your real-time results will include only games rated E or E10+.
Answer a few questions about your Nintendo system, age range, favorite characters, and more. Your real-time results will include only games rated E or E10+.
Nintendo.com Game Store
Nintendo.com Game Store
Filter games by ESRB ratings like Early Childhood, Everyone, and Everyone 10+. You can also filter by type of system, favorite character, price, number of players, and more.
Filter games by ESRB ratings like Early Childhood, Everyone, and Everyone 10+. You can also filter by type of system, favorite character, price, number of players, and more.