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Violence
In-Game Purchases
Release Dates & Platforms:
  • PlayStation 4 - 04/09/2019
  • Xbox One - 04/09/2019
  • PC - 04/09/2019
  • Nintendo Switch - 19/03/2021

Advice for consumers

This game has received a PEGI 7 because it features violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to fantasy or mythical beings and creatures and non-realistic violence in a child-friendly setting or context. Not suitable for persons under 7 of age.

Brief outline of the game

Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville is a Third Person Shooter game. The user can control a member of either the Plant or Zombie faction throughout various game modes and levels and can customize the appearance of their characters through selection of pre-built customization items that can be earned through gameplay or purchased.

Content specific issues

The violence is unrealistic. You must shoot zombies with peas, needles, lasers, rockets etc. Depending on the unit and weapons used, the number of hits needed to kill an enemy differs greatly. When a zombie is killed, it falls over and ‘plops’ away. There is no blood or gore. It’s all cartoony (plants die in the same way as the zombies). The sound effects strengthen this cartoony vibe, as do the graphics and models used in the game. There are loads of oversized objects, a bright colour scheme, loads of goofy sound effects and there’s never a real sense of danger.

Other issues

This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of: The in-game store offers the possibility to purchase Rainbow Stars, the game Virtual Currency. Rainbow Stars can be used in game to redeem cosmetic customization items and collections. Such items can be either earned through gameplay or purchased through the in-game store which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. Parents, carers or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items.