Parents' Guide to Modern Combat 5: Blackout

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Chris Morris By Chris Morris , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 18+

Intensely violent action shooter; wide variety of options.

Parents Need to Know

Why Age 18+?

Any Positive Content?

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age 12+

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age 13+

Based on 15 kid reviews

Kids say this mobile shooter offers a compelling gameplay and graphics experience, reminiscent of console titles, but features significant violence and strong language that may not be suitable for younger audiences. Various reviews indicate a mixed stance on age appropriateness, citing concerns about explicit content while also appreciating the fun factor and complexity of the game.

  • mature content
  • strong language
  • violence concerns
  • enjoyable gameplay
  • multiplayer accessibility
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What's It About?

Players control their movement with either a pair of virtual joysticks or one stick and their device's gyroscope. Buttons used to shoot, run, use the gun's scope, and so on are locked in certain positions on the screen and cannot be moved. The game's multiplayer is the focus, letting players pick from several game types, including squad battle, capture the flag, and free for all. Players also choose one of four specializations -- Assault, Heavy, Recon, or Sniper -- which aid in personalization.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say ( 8 ):
Kids say ( 15 ):

MODERN COMBAT 5: BLACKOUT, although absolutely not a game for kids, is the sort of game adults who want to recreate the Call of Duty experience on their mobile devices will love. The game's wide variety of multiplayer options are the highlight, letting action fans play in a variety of modes with human opponents. Like its predecessors, the game borrows heavily from CoD, but if you can look beyond that and avoid comparisons, it's the bar-setter for mobile action shooters. (There's also a single-player campaign that holds its own but won't be the main focus for most players.)

Although it's a solid choice for grown-ups, the pervasive violence, extremely harsh language, and ability to communicate with strangers via messaging make it entirely unsuitable for younger players. And the required constant Internet connection (for both multiplayer and single-player modes) is a drag on the game, especially if you're in a spotty Wi-Fi zone.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about current real-world military actions and how children feel about them.

  • Families also can talk about the importance of diplomacy and trying to resolve problems peacefully.

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