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By Chris Morris
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Decent action shooter with loads of privacy concerns.
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Pixel Gun 3D
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 56 parent reviews
Based on 111 kid reviews
Kids say that while Pixel Gun 3D was once a beloved game, it has mostly fallen from grace due to its shift towards a pay-to-win model, making it difficult for free-to-play users to compete. Many also express nostalgia for earlier versions, citing issues with complex updates, inappropriate chat content, and concerns about in-game purchases, though some defend it as a fun, mild shooter game for children if chat settings are managed properly.
- pay-to-win frustration
- nostalgia for past
- chat concerns
- game complexity issues
- fondness for gameplay
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Privacy Rating
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Pass
Meets our minimum requirements for privacy and security practices.
Warning
Does not meet our recommendations for privacy and security practices.
Fail
Does not have a privacy policy and should not be used.
Privacy Rating
Our expert evaluators create our privacy ratings. The ratings are designed to help you understand how apps use your data for commercial purposes.
Pass
Meets our minimum requirements for privacy and security practices.
Warning
Does not meet our recommendations for privacy and security practices.
Fail
Does not have a privacy policy and should not be used.
What's It About?
Players control their on-screen personas by moving them back and forth with a virtual thumbstick on the left side of the screen and adjust their view with a virtual thumbstick on the right. To fire, jump, or reload, they tap the appropriate buttons on-screen. The game consists of two modes: a single-player survival mode, which largely consists of shooting zombies and skeletons; and multiplayer mode, wherein you battle live opponents. The game also offers a skin maker, allowing players to customize their own in-game appearances and export them as graphic files for Minecraft.
Is It Any Good?
As a multiplayer shooter for adults PIXEL GUN 3D isn't bad. It has a robust multiplayer community, and, although the controls have the same limitations as many mobile shooters, they're not bad. The weapon selection is moderate and the maps are small, but it's a fun diversion for a few minutes.
For kids, though, this is a game rife with potential problems. The open chat and messaging system aren't screened, which could result in inappropriate conversations, bullying, or worse. And it's a game that's solely about killing, without even the smoke screen of a higher purpose. The Minecraft-like graphics might make the game appealing to younger players, but it's definitely inappropriate for them.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about talking with strangers and not giving out personal information online.
Families also can talk about conflict resolution and why violence is a last resort.
App Details
- Devices : iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android , Kindle Fire
- Pricing structure : Free (Coins, which allow the player to unlock new skins and items, can be purchased with real-world funds in amounts ranging from $1 to $100.)
- Release date : September 17, 2014
- Genre : Action Games
- Publisher : Alex Krasnov
- Version : 7.1.0
- Minimum software requirements : iOS 5.0 or later; Android 2.3 and up
- Last updated : January 28, 2025
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