More mature stories and demanding gameplay: games tailored for teenagers, without tipping into adults-only content. RomWize selects the best games for this age range by its re-evaluated scores, each with its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"A horror tale spanning several centuries, this adventure plays brilliantly with the player's sanity through destabilising effects and chilling storytelling. Older teens attuned to unsettling moods will be fascinated. Fear, unease and violence are pronounced: an experience to keep for 16 and up."
"Bringing several landmark games together in one box offers a striking panorama: a breathless science-fiction adventure, spatial puzzles made cult by their ingenuity, and a colorful, snappy team shooter. The variety of genres and the quality of writing make it an exceptional gateway into puzzle and action gaming. A few shooting sequences keep the whole within the sixteen-and-over frame."
"More mature than its predecessors, this sweeping saga unfolds a rich political world, schemes of power and a demanding combat system that rewards planning. A strategy-minded teen will find rare depth and freedom here, in a gorgeous world. Best reserved for ages sixteen and up, though: the adult writing, the themes of war and betrayal, and a genuine tactical complexity suit an already seasoned player better."
"Exploring an open world of staggering scope, freely picking your path, your quests and your hero's style, satisfies a teen hungry for independence and adventure. The wealth of discoveries and the sense of forging your own legend reward curiosity. Bear in mind: violent combat and mature themes place this monumental RPG with older teens."
"Carving through demon hordes alongside friends brings instant satisfaction, and the hunt for better gear keeps you starting over again and again. That moreish loop suits older teens. The game is rated sixteen, though: hellish atmosphere, monstrous creatures, blood and occult themes are front and centre. Reserve it for players comfortable with sustained dark-fantasy violence."
"This polished edition of a cyberpunk investigation lets you choose, at each step, between muffled stealth, persuasion and confrontation, celebrating cunning and freedom of approach. The choices and the protagonist's augmentations enrich a gripping plot. The gilded, melancholy art direction seduces. Its mature tone, adult themes and possible violence reserve it for older teens."
"Playing a high-schooler leading a double life, juggling classes, friendships and the exploration of supernatural dungeons, in an RPG of dazzling style. The blend of daily life and adventure can leave a deep mark on a teen. It's long and some themes are mature (violence, sensitive subjects): a firmly teen frame, not a childish one."
"A master of stealth, this game rewards patience and cleverness: staying in the shadows, taking foes down silently and improvising when a plan falls apart deliver exquisite tension and a real sense of mastery. The ingenious level design and freedom of approach leave a lasting mark. The adult espionage mood, dry violence and a few rough interrogations reserve it for older teens, 16 and up."
"Taking up the Dark Knight's cape in an oppressive gothic asylum delivers the adrenaline rush that teens into fluid combat and investigation crave. The dark mood, the stealth and the feeling of controlled power leave a lasting mark. The violence of the fights and the unsettling atmosphere make it better suited to the older end of the range."
"This anniversary edition opens the doors to a sprawling open-world RPG where any teen can carve their own route, stack up quests and shape a hero in their image. The sheer freedom and vastness to discover feed a strong sense of achievement. Violent combat and adult themes, however, reserve it for older teenagers."
"Blending stealth, a cinematic script and charismatic characters, this action adventure redefined the genre by rewarding discretion over shooting. Its staging and espionage plot appeal to older teens. The adult themes, the violence of the confrontations and the tension fully justify a 16 rating."
"Taking up the Dark Knight's cape in an oppressive gothic asylum delivers the adrenaline rush that teens into fluid combat and investigation crave. The dark mood, the stealth and the feeling of controlled power leave a lasting mark. The violence of the fights and the unsettling atmosphere make it better suited to the older end of the range."
"Bundling the game with its expansions, this complete edition unfurls a colossal open world where a teen freely shapes their adventure, their quests and their character. The vastness to roam and the freedom of play reward initiative and perseverance. The mature content, between violence and adult themes, makes it a companion better suited to older teens."
"An absolute benchmark of ninja action, this series demands sharp reflexes, perfect reading of enemies and a mastery of timing that rewards effort with a rare sense of accomplishment. The fluidity of the sword combat and the demanding gameplay make it a peak of the genre. Reserved for older teens, 16 and up: the difficulty is fearsome and frustrating for beginners, and the violence is graphic, with dismemberment and emphatic sprays of blood."
"Living the final hours of a besieged planet gives this installment rare dramatic intensity: every mission carries weight, the squad of soldiers inspires attachment and the science fiction takes on tragic tones. The snappy gunplay, the cooperation and the vast multiplayer suite captivate. The war against the aliens stays violent and the historic servers are closed: a sixteen-and-over framing is essential."
"Blending stealth, a cinematic script and charismatic characters, this action adventure redefined the genre by rewarding discretion over shooting. Its staging and espionage plot appeal to older teens. The adult themes, the violence of the confrontations and the tension fully justify a 16 rating."
"More mature than its predecessors, this sweeping saga unfolds a rich political world, schemes of power and a demanding combat system that rewards planning. A strategy-minded teen will find rare depth and freedom here, in a gorgeous world. Best reserved for ages sixteen and up, though: the adult writing, the themes of war and betrayal, and a genuine tactical complexity suit an already seasoned player better."
"Enriching the fight against the aliens with new threats and possibilities, this version pushes a teen to refine their strategy and anticipate the unexpected. Building your squad, weighing each maneuver and owning your failures cultivate patience and composure in a deeply rewarding way. The constant tension and the permanent loss of a soldier stay harsh: a demanding frame, leaning toward 16."
"Playing a commander whose every line weighs on the galaxy's fate is what gives this science-fiction epic its power. The consequential dialogue choices, rich universe and tactical firefights captivate teens drawn to grand stories. A few adult themes and romance explain the recommended age of 16."
"Blending dungeon exploration, deep weapon crafting and combat with a demanding system, this adventure stands out for its cinematic staging and finely chiselled writing. Its depth and medieval atmosphere appeal to older teens who enjoy demanding games. The darkness of the story, a few scenes of violence and the complexity justify a 16 rating."
