7 Days to Die Mature Rating Detailed for Blood, Gore, and Violence
The ESRB assigned a Mature 17+ rating to 7 Days to Die for its console release, citing intense violence, blood, gore, and strong language.
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ESRB Rating Details
The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) assigned a Mature 17+ rating to the console version of 7 Days to Die. The open-world survival game, published by Telltale Games for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, received the rating for its inclusion of blood and gore, strong language, and intense violence. The rating summary provides a detailed look at the content players can expect.
The official summary from the ESRB describes the game’s premise and the elements contributing to its rating:
This is an open-world adventure game in which players attempt to survive in a zombie-infested post-apocalyptic world. From a first-person perspective, players must find food, shelter, and supplies while battling hordes of attacking zombies. Players use axes, machine guns, shotguns, chainsaws, and sniper rifles to kill zombies. Combat is highlighted by realistic gunfire, large blood-splatter effects, and cries of pain. Some weapons allow players to decapitate and/or dismember zombies. The words “f**k,” “sht,” and “ashole” appear in the game.
Combat and Survival Gameplay
The core gameplay of 7 Days to Die involves surviving in a hostile, post-apocalyptic environment overrun by zombies. From a first-person viewpoint, players are tasked with scavenging for essential resources like food and water while also gathering materials to build and fortify shelters. This survival aspect is constantly interrupted by the need to defend against zombie attacks.
Combat is a central and graphic component of the experience. The ESRB noted the use of a wide array of weapons, from melee tools like axes to powerful firearms such as machine guns, shotguns, and sniper rifles. A chainsaw is also available for close-quarters encounters. The violence is depicted with significant detail, including realistic gunfire sounds, cries of pain from enemies, and large amounts of blood splatter. The rating specifically mentions that some weapons can be used to decapitate and dismember the zombies, contributing heavily to the “Blood and Gore” descriptor.
Language and Release Information
Beyond the visual violence, the game’s dialogue also contributed to its Mature rating. The ESRB confirmed the presence of strong language, citing the words “f**k,” “sht,” and “ashole” in its summary.
7 Days to Die was scheduled for a release on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on June 28, 2016. The title was also available for PC.
Frequently asked questions
What is 7 Days to Die rated?
7 Days to Die is rated Mature 17+ by the ESRB. The content descriptors responsible for the rating are Blood and Gore, Strong Language, and Violence. This rating applies to the console and PC versions of the game.
Why is 7 Days to Die rated M?
The Mature rating is due to intense and graphic content. Combat features realistic gunfire, large blood-splatter effects, and the ability to decapitate and dismember zombies with weapons like chainsaws and axes. The game also contains strong language, including words like 'f**k' and 'sh*t.'
What kind of game is 7 Days to Die?
It is a first-person, open-world survival adventure game set in a post-apocalyptic world infested with zombies. Players must find food, build shelter, and gather supplies to survive while fending off attacks from hordes of the undead.
When did 7 Days to Die release on PS4 and Xbox One?
The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of *7 Days to Die*, which were published by Telltale Games, were scheduled for release on June 28, 2016. The game had been previously available on PC through early access.