The King's Avatar (2017) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

There is no sexual content or nudity depicted throughout the first season. The show maintains a strict focus on professional gaming culture and character development without romantic or suggestive subplots. Any physical contact between characters remains platonic and limited to professional interactions.

Mild to moderate stylized fantasy violence occurs frequently within the context of the online video game 'Glory.' Characters engage in combat using various weapons and magical abilities. While attacks are impactful, there is no blood, gore, or realistic injury depicted. Players are 'defeated' or 'killed' within the game, but it's understood as a game mechanic with no real-world consequences. There are occasional intense sequences of in-game battles and strategic ambushes by rival players.

Moderate language is used throughout the season. Common expletives include 'damn', 'hell', 'bastard', 'crap', and 'ass.' Stronger profanity like 'bitch,' 'dick,' 'shit,' and 'fuck' are implied or present in censored forms in the subtitles, often in moments of frustration or anger during competitive gameplay or character interactions. Middle finger emojis are displayed on computer screens in a few instances.

Mild, infrequent depictions of adults drinking beer or wine during celebratory meals or social gatherings, similar to the first season. Ye Xiu occasionally lights up a cigarette, but smoking is not glorified or graphically depicted.

Themes revolve around sportsmanship, teamwork, overcoming past failures, and the pursuit of excellence. Some characters deal with pressure and self-doubt in their competitive careers, mirroring real-world struggles common in esports. The storyline also touches on the challenges of managing a startup team and the sacrifices involved in professional gaming.