{"id":131028648,"date":"2026-11-04T17:56:19","date_gmt":"2026-11-04T16:56:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usk.de\/?page_id=131028648"},"modified":"2026-11-04T17:57:29","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T16:57:29","slug":"selecting-appropriate-games","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/usk.de\/en\/for-families\/a-parents-guide-to-videos-games\/selecting-appropriate-games\/","title":{"rendered":"Selecting appropriate games"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/usk.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/shutterstock_2124244127-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-top:20px;\" class=\"wp-image-102381669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usk.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/shutterstock_2124244127-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usk.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/shutterstock_2124244127-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usk.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/shutterstock_2124244127-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/usk.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/shutterstock_2124244127-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/usk.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/shutterstock_2124244127.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 Monkey Business Images \/ Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Video games are diverse<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever played computer games before, you probably know what action adventures and jump \u2019n\u2019 runs are. But are you familiar with the terms brawler, battle royale shooter, game creator platform or Steam? If not, don\u2019t be concerned for now. What\u2019s important to know is: There are many types of games and platforms offering a variety of gaming environments. To help your child select appropriate games, it is advisable to learn more about games, platforms, and relevant age ratings, because not every game or platform is suitable for every age or child.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"fatb_container\">\n  <div class=\"fatb_titelrow\">\n    <div class=\"fatb_content_container\">\n        <div class=\"fatb_title no-cross-linking\">\n        <h2>Tipps<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"fatb_content\">\n        <ul>\n<li>Find out if there are any community parent groups or family centers[RP2.1] near you, which can help you try out popular games yourself and get tips from media education professionals.<\/li>\n<li>Visit the USK website for more information. It has a glossary that explains genres, gaming systems, gaming terms, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parental duty: The care and upbringing of children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based on Article 6 of Germany\u2019s Basic Law, parents have the right to decide which media content they want their child to have access to. But this right applies only to their own child, not to visiting children. To fulfill your responsibility to care for and raise your child, you need to carefully consider what content is suitable. The USK age ratings give you a point of reference. They indicate which content is safe for a given age and help you select the right games for your child.<br><br>These questions can help you select suitable content:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the game\u2019s age rating? Is it appropriate for my child\u2019s age group?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What information do I have on this game?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does my child have the skills needed to use the game?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are there any alternatives that are better suited to my child\u2019s age and stage of development?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"fatb_container\">\n  <div class=\"fatb_titelrow\">\n    <div class=\"fatb_content_container\">\n        <div class=\"fatb_title no-cross-linking\">\n        <h2>Tipp <\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"fatb_content\">\n        <ul>\n<li>Read the description or watch the trailer on the internet to get an impression of a game.<\/li>\n<li>Do not assume that your child has the same perception of a game as you do. A child perceives problematic content differently and has more \u2013 or even in some cases less \u2013 difficulty judging it.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t let yourself be influenced by other families and their decisions. Make decisions that are right for your child and your family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">USK age ratings and rating information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When selecting a game for your child, the USK age rating is a good place to start. It indicates the minimum age at which a game is considered safe based on youth protection requirements. In other words, the game content is not harmful or detrimental to the well-being of children of this age or older.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Important to know: The USK age rating provides no information about how difficult a game is or whether it is beneficial to your child\u2019s development. The rating indicates whether a game is suitable for your child\u2019s age based on youth protection requirements, contains no content capable of impairing child development, and has no online functions that could expose your child to uncontrolled risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the USK age rating, additional information is provided:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Why was this game approved for this age group?<\/strong>\u00a0The age rating is accompanied by descriptors, such as \u201cviolence,\u201d a \u201cdark atmosphere,\u201d or \u201cincreased incentives to buy,\u201d to indicate if content could be problematic for children. Features like online chats or in-game purchases are also critical depending on how they work and whether the game has parental controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What functions does the game have that you should be aware of?<\/strong>\u00a0Games often have added functions,, such as chatting, purchasing, and location sharing, that require a connection to the Internet. These functions can be associated with certain risks, especially when used without supervision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Detailed explanations of the USK age ratings and the added rating information can be found on the USK website. Families can find USK age ratings and added rating information on the back of the game packaging and in the USK\u2019s classification database at usk.de, or on many common online gaming platforms like Nintendo eShop, Google Playstore, Xbox Store, or Sony PlayStation Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important to know:<\/strong>\u00a0Only if you see the USK age rating can you be sure that a game has been evaluated by the USK. Caution is advised if you do not find a USK rating. In this case, be sure to thoroughly test the game yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"fatb_container\">\n  <div class=\"fatb_titelrow\">\n    <div class=\"fatb_content_container\">\n        <div class=\"fatb_title no-cross-linking\">\n        <h2>Tipps<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"fatb_content\">\n        <ul>\n<li>Check if the game has a USK age rating. If you don\u2019t find one, always be cautious.<\/li>\n<li>Read the rating information to identify any risks associated with the game.<\/li>\n<li>Consider whether your child is ready to use chats or in-game purchases, and if they are, agree on rules with them.<\/li>\n<li>Use the parental controls to secure all consoles, smartphones, tablets, and other devices.. Information on how to do so can be found in this parent\u2019s guide and at <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"www.medien-kindersicher.de\">medien-kindersicher.de<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Educational video games<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are wondering whether a game is of educational value to your child or if you want general information on gaming, it is worth taking a look at some of the relevant specialist websites. They provide educational assessments, age recommendations, independent reviews, and awards for the most outstanding and recommended games.<br>The various rating categories and symbols will help you to quickly find the most important facts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A list of sites that provide educational assessments of video games can be found here.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"fatb_container\">\n  <div class=\"fatb_titelrow\">\n    <div class=\"fatb_content_container\">\n        <div class=\"fatb_title no-cross-linking\">\n        <h2>Tipps<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"fatb_content\">\n        <ul>\n<li>Read up on educational recommendations before you and your child select a game.<\/li>\n<li>Talk with your child about the aspects of a game that received positive ratings.<\/li>\n<li>Helpful information on media use in the family is also provided by the website <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.elternguide.online\/en\/\" title=\"elternguide.online\">elternguide.online<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learning with video games<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Video gaming is fun \u2013 and you can learn a lot too. Games enhance many skills such as logical reasoning, problem-solving and eye-hand coordination\u2014often with minimal to no involvement of teachers or parents\u2014but they can teach children and adolescents so much more. Exciting stories help kids to view things from other perspectives, virtual excursions into the past bring history to life, and interactive systems can break down complex subject matter for them to better understand. For example, the purpose of supply chains can be explained more easily using a building and simulation game than a poster. Video games can offer a range of learning opportunities if parents or teachers know which games are suitable for which purposes and get creative about using them.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"fatb_container\">\n  <div class=\"fatb_titelrow\">\n    <div class=\"fatb_content_container\">\n        <div class=\"fatb_title no-cross-linking\">\n        <h2>Tipp<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"fatb_content\">\n        <p>The Foundation for Digital Games Culture maintains a list of selected games that are particularly suited to learning through gaming. Let it inspire you!<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <div class=\"se_container\">\n    <div class=\"se_container_img\">\n      <div class=\"se_single_column\">\n  \t\t\t\t<div class=\"se_kachel\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/usk.de\/en\/the-usk\/downloads\/\">\n              <div class=\"se_logo\" style=\"background:url(https:\/\/usk.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/USK-SDK_Elternratgeber-digitale-Spiele_2025-Coverausschnitt_eng.jpg.png) center no-repeat; background-size:cover;\"><\/div>\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"se_content\">\n              <div class=\"se_title no-cross-linking\">\n                A parent&#8217;s guide to videos games              <\/div>\n              <div class=\"se_excerpt\">\n                <div class=\"se_excerpt_text\">\n                <p>Now also available in English, Arabic, and Turkish! 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But are you familiar with the terms brawler, battle royale shooter, game creator platform or Steam? If not, don\u2019t be concerned for now. 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