What is GTA 6 rated?
M for Mature 17+ from the ESRB in North America.
Age ratings
ESRB, PEGI and what the ratings cover. 6 answers, checked on 14 Nov 2026.
Why is GTA 6 rated M?
The ESRB lists Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Mature Humor, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, and Use of Drugs and Alcohol.
What is the PEGI rating for GTA 6?
UK and EU store pages show PEGI 18. When last checked, PEGI’s own database had no entry for the game yet.
What is GTA 6 rated in Australia?
R18+, according to reporting on the Australian classification.
Is GTA 6 rated higher than GTA 5?
No. The ESRB gave it the same M rating and the same seven content descriptors as GTA 5.
Is GTA 6 suitable for children?
It is rated for adults: 17 and over in North America and 18 in Europe. PS5 and Xbox both have parental controls that can block games by age rating.
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