CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE

CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE

MINIMUM AGE: 18
 
WHAT IS IT?
An online, first-person shooter game that features and highlights intense, non-stop military-themed and fantasy violence.

WHAT WE SAY:
Avoid.

• Has a 18 PEGI rating for a reason
  
• Players use a huge selection of weapons, including guns, explosives and knives.
  
• Playing with strangers can often result in players being exposed to insulting and derogatory remarks from teammates.
  
• Be mindful of purchases that can be made by the user by ensuring parental controls are installed on their device​.

SAFETY TIPS TO CONSIDER:

• The game initially prompts players to choose whether or not to view graphic details, a setting that can be changed at any time.
  
• Players are encouraged to play in multiplayer mode.
  
• Players will also be exposed to plenty of very strong language​.

• This game is not suitable for anyone under 18. However, here is our general advice for staying safe when gaming on and offline;
• Make sure that children and young people always use their device in a room whereby adults are present.
• Discuss 'friends' - there is no such thing as an 'internet friend'. Encourage children and young people to only engage with other users whom adults know in the 'real-world', and that they know and trust.
• Use protection settings, such as time limitations, or only allow social media usage with parental guidance.
• Outline clear rules for your children. Pay attention to their development. As they get older, they should generally be given more freedom.
• Communication will also become more important as children get older. Explain that you are not trying to control them but want to agree upon a set of ground rules.
• Try to stay up-to-date on Internet trends and best practices.
• Talk to your children about the risks of disclosing personal data.
• Have open discussions with children and young people about the topics associated with online use - bullying, grooming, sexual and criminal exploitation, body image, as well as accessing support and how to report. 

FURTHER SUPPORT:
For parents/ carers If you're worried about your child or need support call NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000. 

If you discover criminal content when online then report it directly to the police or the Internet Watch Foundation. 

If you're worried about online grooming or sexual behaviour online then report directly to the police or contact CEOP. 

For Children & young people if they're worried or want to talk, encourage them to contact Childline Online or call 0800 1111. 

Check out our Resource Centre for further information and useful online safety tips.

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