🎮 Game Guide: Ages 14–17 (High School)

🎮 Game Guide: Ages 14–17 (High School)
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Teens at this age are often drawn to games that challenge their skills, spark creativity, or offer intense social competition. The themes can be more mature—but so is the thinking behind their choices.

🎖 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II / Warzone
Age Group: 14–17 Platform(s): PC, Xbox, PlayStation Rating: M 🕹️ What Kind of Game Is It? A high-speed first-person shooter with two main modes: Modern Warfare II focuses on team-based missions, while Warzone drops players into a massive battle royale. It’s all about quick reflexes, tactical play, and
🎯 Valorant
Age Group: 14–17 Platform(s): PC Rating: T 🕹️ What Kind of Game Is It? A competitive, team-based first-person shooter where precision shooting meets strategic abilities. Players choose unique “agents,” each with special powers, and work together to win round-based matches through teamwork, timing, and sharp thinking. ❤️ Why Teens Love
🕺 Fortnite (Yes, still!)
Age Group: 14–17 Platform(s): PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch Rating: T 🕹️ What Kind of Game Is It? Originally known for its battle royale mode, Fortnite has evolved into a massive, ever-changing online playground. Teens now spend more time in Creative Mode or social hubs—designing games, building worlds, or
🏡 The Sims 4
Age Group: 14–17 Platform(s): PC, Mac, Xbox, PlayStation Rating: T 🕹️ What Kind of Game Is It? A life-simulation game where players create digital people (Sims), design their homes, and guide them through careers, relationships, and everyday choices. From wholesome family life to absurd drama, it’s a choose-your-own-adventure—
🚀 Apex Legends
Age Group: 14–17 Platform(s): PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch Rating: T 🕹️ What Kind of Game Is It? A free-to-play, squad-based battle royale where teams of three compete to be the last ones standing. Each character, or “Legend,” has unique abilities—so success depends on strategy, movement, and choosing the