Kirby Battle Royale
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 03/11/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 7 for violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to fantasy or mythical beings and creatures and for non-realistic violence in a child-friendly setting or context.
Brief outline of the game
In order to win a cake, Kirby and a friend have to compete in a series of battles and battle leagues, in which clone Kirbys have to be knocked out. The violence is central to the game and hectic but slapstick like.
Content specific issues
The violence is frenetic and chaotic. The weapons are real weapons and known from earlier Kirby games. The atmosphere always stays cheerful and funny.
Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth
PLAION GmbH-
Nintendo 3DS - 17/10/2017
Advice for consumers
The game was rated PEGI 12 the use of offensive language. Not appropriate for persons below 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
City of Lorys, heart of the vast continent Arcania, rests at the foot of the mighty Yggdrasil. Adventurers and explorers of Arcania are hereby summoned to challenge Yggdrasil. Task is to challenge Yggdrasil by navigating the sprawling forest labyrinth.
Content specific issues
Game contains the use of mild swearing and offensive language: ‘bastard’, ‘pissed’, ‘goddamn’, ’shit’, ‘bullshit’, and ‘shitfaced’
LAYTONS MYSTERY JOURNEY: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy
LEVEL-5 abby-
Nintendo 3DS - 20/07/2017
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Nintendo Switch - 26/04/2019
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 7 for violence against humans that is not shown but is implied. It is not suitable for persons under 7 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
When her father vanishes, Katrielle goes off in search of the famous detective, coming across various puzzles and mysteries along the way.
Content specific issues
The game contains comprehensive anime cutscenes. Some feature scenes containing implied violence towards human-like characters.
Other issues
There are lots of references to murder and suicide, as well as a narrative thread about a terminally ill mother.
Fire Emblem Warriors
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 20/10/2017
Advice for consumers
This game has been rated PEGI 12 for depictions of non-realistic looking violence towards human-like characters. Not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Clash with legions of soldiers and fierce monsters as Marth, Xander, Corrin, and other Fire Emblem heroes unleashing over-the-top-powerful Dynasty Warriors-style moves.
Content specific issues
This game contains frequent depictions of non-realistic looking violence towards human-like characters. Bright lights and magical effects are shown on impact of attacks. Enemies are flung high into the air in slow-motion and hit multiple times with various attacks. When defeated enemies fall to the floor and vanish from the battlefield, they show no visible injuries. Characters use a wide variety of weapons such as swords, spears, axes and magic spells.
Mario Party: The Top 100
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 22/12/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 3 for very mild violence in a child-like, pixelated or abstract setting.
Brief outline of the game
A party game containing a best-of collection of the Mario Party mini games. The player can compete in several mini games and board game variations against other players or computer generated opponents.
Content specific issues
The violence in this game is very mild with a slapstick character. Depending on the mini game the players can punch each other which causes little stars circling above their heads or characters get smashes flat by heavy objects. The atmosphere of the game never becomes threatening.
Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney
CE Europe Ltd.-
Nintendo 3DS - 22/11/2017
Advice for consumers
This game has been rated PEGI 12 for pictures likely to be horrifying. Not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Star as rookie defence attorney, Apollo Justice, as he visits crime scenes, questions key witnesses and collects vital evidence before stepping into the courtroom to prove his clients’ innocence.
Content specific issues
This game features pictures likely to be horrifying. During the game the player accumulates evidence to be used during trials. A lot of the court cases revolve around murders where pictures of bloodied bodies are used as evidence.
Pokémon Ultra Sun
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 17/11/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 7 for violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to fantasy or mythical beings and creatures. It is not suitable for persons under 7 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Catch, train and evolve a whole new generation of Pokémon, and battle other trainers to become the Pokémon Champion in the newest instalment in the popular Pokémon franchise.
Content specific issues
Features violence towards fantasy characters that lacks any apparent harm or injury. Battles see two Pokémon exchanging attacks, which results in the loss of HP.
Other issues
There are cinematic cutscenes that can be a bit daunting for younger players.
Pokémon Ultra Moon
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 17/11/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 7 for violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to fantasy or mythical beings and creatures. It is not suitable for persons under 7 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Catch, train and evolve a whole new generation of Pokémon, and battle other trainers to become the Pokémon Champion in the newest instalment in the popular Pokémon franchise.
Content specific issues
Features violence towards fantasy characters that lacks any apparent harm or injury. Battles see two Pokémon exchanging attacks, which results in the loss of HP.
Other issues
There are cinematic cutscenes that can be a bit daunting for younger players.
Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 13/10/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 3. The content of this game is suitable for all persons.
Brief outline of the game
Manage your farm and build a strong relationship with the townspeople.
Content specific issues
None
Metroid: Samus Returns
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 15/09/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 7 for violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to human-like and fantasy characters, and pictures and sounds likely to be scary to young children. It is not suitable for persons under 7 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
After stopping the threat on the planet Zebes, Samus Aran is asked to eliminate the entire remaining Metroid population of the planet SR388
Content specific issues
Features mild violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to human-like characters. Protagonist Samus flickers when hit by attacks, as do all the fantasy enemies. Enemies quickly disappear when defeated. There are some cinematic boss battles that feature tense and dark moments. The game sports a sci-fi setting that may be scary to young children.