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Rogue Warrior

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Rogue Warrior

Reviewed: 04 May 2026

PC · PlayStation 3 · Xbox 360

Bethesda Softworks · 2009

Ludograph rating

D

Caution

41 /100

Rogue Warrior is an intense first-person shooter that develops hand-eye coordination and reaction time, but features high levels of violence and strong language.

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The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

26

Risk (RIS)

4

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.26
B2Social-emotional
0.00
B3Motor
0.65

Rogue Warrior offers an intense first-person shooter experience that can enhance hand-eye coordination and reaction time through its core combat mechanics. Players engage in basic tactical thinking to navigate combat scenarios.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.17

The game features a high level of violence with 'brutal kill moves' and strong language, consistent with its M-rating. Its competitive multiplayer mode carries a risk of competitive toxicity and social comparison. Furthermore, the narrative presents a heavy Cold War anti-communist propaganda, which could influence players' geopolitical perspectives.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.00
R4.3Language
0.67
R4.4Substance References
0.00
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.33

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: meets criteria

  • DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.

These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.

Parents ask…

Is Rogue Warrior safe for kids?

Ludograph gives Rogue Warrior a rating of 41/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. There are notable risks worth knowing before letting kids play.

What age is Rogue Warrior appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Rogue Warrior, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Rogue Warrior?

We don't publish a daily session budget for Rogue Warrior: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of Rogue Warrior?

The game features a high level of violence with 'brutal kill moves' and strong language, consistent with its M-rating. Its competitive multiplayer mode carries a risk of competitive toxicity and social comparison. Furthermore, the narrative presents a heavy Cold War anti-communist propaganda, which could influence players' geopolitical perspectives.