Would you let a MATURE 13 year old boy play this game?
1257577
Yes, I would most of the generation of children nowadays are used to rated M which is not entirely a bad thing
1257578
That's a call based on the parent. I personally wouldn't let one play it considering that it can in some ways endorse illegal activities, and the game's language is pretty bad. Not to mention the strip clubs you can freely walk into and multiple sex scenes in the single player.
1257579
I admire the game for its artwork and creation of a fascinating virtual world. It is amazing what level of realism can be achieved with plain software. Some of the actions and decisions that players have to take in this game can feel quite disturbing though. I can understand why the game is controversial. While I believe that violent games don't necessarily have a negative impact on the development of children, I probably would not let my children play this particular game.
1257580
I would think of it this way. You should play it with your boy and explain things along the way. Just like would you let them watch Road warriors the movie by them selves or with you watching it with them.
1763731
it may be too advanced for a 5 year old but it still may be fun for them to try. This game is challenging even for an adult, but sometimes kids surprise us with what they can do that we cant.
1711500
I guess it would depend on the child. The premise of the game is pretty simple and once they catch on to the mechanics they should do fine. Also after a playthrough you might find ways to simplify the rules to suit your needs or the child. (Did this when playing Once Upon a Time with a 7 yr old and it worked great!)
1483103
It depends on the child. The game is fun, the rules are fairly dimple but a pittle deep and may require a little bit of reading between the lines.Ive played it with a 9 year old and he had fun, but he didnt quite grasp the concept.Your boy will probably grow to love it.
1717739
I think it would certainly be appropriate. The game moves up in complexity as the child grasps the more basic concepts. I have a 6.5 year old daughter who enjoys this game very much and finds it challenging enough not to be boring.
241914
Definitely not. I had a blast playing this with my siblings and we're 33, 30, 27 and 18. She'll love it.
967090
Yes. Definetely for adults. We were introduced to the game by another couple we met. The 4 of us played along with my 16yr old.
1666411
If you are thinking of this game for your 10-year-old to play with friends, I would definitely suggest finding another game. This is a very fun game, but it is more for adults, not for the typical 10-year-old. Although you make up answers to the questions, the questions are suited to at least a high school education. Also, everyone takes a turn being the "dealer", and there is a lot going in that position. Of course you can always skip your 10-year-old.
1272739
Gail, I would let them manipulate the cubes for a awhile before launching into the game. If all else fails, just hold it until they are old enough. My 11 year old can almost beat me! FUN.
2150573
Yes, the game is accessible to those ages. It's easy to pick up and learn. Really fun to mess your friends and family over.Hope this answer helps.
268675
I bought this for my 9 year old grandson who is "gifted" with building mechanical/electrical things. I think your 13 year old son would like it. I worked with my grandson to make sure he understood the directions. He loved it!
458048
I think so - I'm in my late 40s, and I play this game with other adults in the same age range. The game rewards strategy and cooperation and is in no way childish.
1218211
If you had an older player discussing the choices they could make with them I would say yes. The game itself would not lend itself to simplification.
1193697
It's a fast game so it would be suitable for teenagers and up. Hope that helps
1183749
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my 8 year old, so I hope that it's age appropriate. He loves the video game also, but Dad played Risk as a kid, so thought it was a great fit. Sorry I can't answer until after Christmas gifts are opened! Good luck!
757135
The 4 1/2 would adore this this game. I haven't played dominion, (I eant it for my family though) but it really depends on your 12 year olds personality. If s/he enjoys playing games with younger sibling then I would say its definitly a fun game. But for the older child to play without the younger sibling it would probably be not so enjoyable. Its a nice game of memory.With that being said, this game I find is better than typical kid games (chutes and ladders, candy land etc.) when including older kids with it.
1586549
It is not appropriate for a young kid to play this game, it has lots of gun violence, drugs, nudity, and dirty language. It is a fun game. But for a mature player.