SMITE

Game review by Michael Lafferty, Common Sense Media
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Common Sense says

age 16+

Violent arena combat pushes pay-to-play.

Windows 2014
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Parents say

age 13+

Based on 6 reviews

Kids say

age 13+

Based on 8 reviews

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A Lot or a Little?

The parents' guide to what's in this game.

What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that SMITE is an downloadable online arena-based combat game with five modes of play. Players are put on teams with the sole purpose of killing other players to score points or destroying the other team's base. It's free to play but requires an Internet connection. The publisher makes money through micro-transactions in the game's store (which require gems that players can purchase with real-world cash). The game is violent and does feature partial nudity in the form of scantily clad female characters.

Community Reviews

Oldparent564
Oldparent564 Adult
July 1, 2020
age 11+

its ok for tweens and up great for teens not the best for most kids

It doesn't have that much nudity theres like barely any blood there is kids screaming swearing in the chat but there is a mute button so you can turn off voice chat i have not got in with much people that do it but just be cautious. There is weapons and and magical powers to kill other opponents in the game. it is third person and you start out in a battle arena. Lots of action happens and its quite the good game

This title has:

Too much violence
Oddball20
Oddball20 Adult
January 26, 2020
age 14+

Meh

This game isn’t very fun. I know everyone has their own personal preference, I am just giving ‘my’ opinion. This game does not really have a purpose. I do love to play fighting/battle arena games though, this game is not my #1 choice. I recommend to people that like simple battle arenas. — What’s in the game? Violence - SMITE is an arena combat game in which the point is to kill members of the other team. Weapons and magic are used to hack or blast opponents, and there's blood in the game. But death only results in resurrecting back at the main base, sometimes with a timer so you can't immediately rejoin battle. Killing opponents and their minions results in experience points, which let characters level and gain new skills. Partial Drinking - Some of the characters use alcohol as "color" items. The use of alcohol in the game doesn't have any real effect on the game or the characters and seems a silly design element, but it does keep with the personalities of some of the featured gods. Sexual Material - Some female deities are scantily clad and expose cleavage. Partial Language - Since the title pits players against one another, emotions can run high, and some swearing can occur. The game features in-game text chat, and there's the ability to connect to voice chat as well. On the plus side, the action is so briskly paced that there's little time to read the text chat. SMITE has some voice-overs, but there's nothing of concern there.

This title has:

Too much violence
Too much sex
Too much swearing
Too much drinking/drugs/smoking
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What’s It About?

SMITE is an arena-based online multiplayer combat game in which users play as a god killing other gods and their minions. It features five modes of play (practice, co-op, normal, leagues, and custom) and four game types (arena, assault, joust, and conquest). Players enter a queue for a game type and are then put on a team. Once on a team, players select from one of the 50-plus deities, each of which has defined roles and skills. Some deities will need to be purchased to be accessible. Scoring kills in battle earn experience and reputation, which translates into stronger powers.

Is It Any Good?

SMITE is a decent game with strong graphics and special effects. Action is fast-paced -- although players may have to wait to get into a game (queues can last longer than a minute), once combat starts there's little time for anything else. The game features video tutorials for each match type, which is a nice feature. There's some hand-holding prior to jumping in and fighting, and experience is easy enough to come by to acquire higher-level skills.

The problem is that SMITE is basically a "wash, rinse, and repeat" multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game that can feel too repetitive. Plus, getting people on your team who disconnect when the tide of battle goes against you comes with the territory.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the importance of separating game violence from the real world in titles such as SMITE. Why shouldn't you let online emotions or frustrations surface in life? Is there something you can do to defuse your frustration when playing a game?

  • Parents, talk to teens about spending time and money online. How should game-playing time be regulated responsibly?

  • Talk about ways to protect privacy in online games.

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