Super mario series
SUPER MARIO SERIES
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MINIMUM AGE: 3+ & 7+
WHAT IS IT? The Super Mario series is a long-running, family-friendly platforming game franchise developed by Nintendo. Players control Mario (and sometimes Luigi, Princess Peach, or others) as they explore colorful worlds, jump over obstacles, defeat cartoonish enemies, and rescue characters like Princess Peach. The gameplay emphasises timing, puzzle-solving, and exploration. WHAT WE SAY: Generally safe, but caution is still advised. ✅ POSITIVE THEMES
Some of the games have user-created levels can contain crude humour or hidden adult references. 💥 Cartoon Violence Enemies are defeated by stomping, fireballs, or other comical means. No blood or realistic harm is shown, but some enemies or boss battles might be intense for very young children. 👻 Scary or Darker Elements Some games include spooky themes (e.g., Luigi’s Mansion, ghost levels) with jump scares or eerie music. These are mild but might unsettle very sensitive players. 💸 In-Game Purchases There are no in-game purchases within the Mario series. 🔐 Privacy Concerns Nintendo games and systems collect some personal data, especially for child accounts. 💬 Direct Messaging No built-in messaging between players in core Mario games however 🧠 Addiction & Mental Health Like many simulation games, it can be highly immersive and time-consuming, leading to overuse or neglect of other responsibilities. 🔓 Scams & Account Theft Using unofficial sites for mods or cracked versions can lead to malware or account theft. |
🛡️SAFETY TIPS:
📲Understand the game Familiarise yourself with the games features and how they work. Knowing how the app works will help you guide your child effectively. 👨👧Parental supervision Check their interactions and adjust privacy settings accordingly. 💸Limit In-App Purchases Set spending limits or disable in-app purchases on your device to avoid accidental or excessive spending. 🚨Avoid Unofficial Downloads Stick to downloading the game from official sources (like the App Store or Google Play) to avoid malware, data breaches, or compromised versions. 📢Underage Accounts This game might have an age restriction but it lacks a proper age verification process. Therefore, there’s little stopping users from faking their dates of birth or creating bogus profiles and targeting children and young people. 👥Manage friend requests Teach your child only to accept friend requests from people they know in real life. 📷 Cover the Webcam When Not in Use Physically cover your camera when you're not ready to go live. Always be mindful of what’s visible in your background—it can reveal location clues. 🧠 Trust Your Instincts If something feels uncomfortable, it is uncomfortable. Leave the chat immediately and don’t engage with users who seem suspicious, aggressive, or inappropriate. 🖥️ Place Devices in Shared Spaces Keep internet-connected devices in living rooms or kitchens, not bedrooms. This makes risky behaviour less likely and easier to notice. 🙋♀️Conversations: 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. 🚨 Know the Signs of Trouble Watch for behaviour changes—like anxiety, secrecy, mood swings, or suddenly deleting apps. These can signal something inappropriate happened online. t. 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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