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I Fooled my Friend with a FAKE MURDER on Minecraft...

Doni Bobes

1:31:28 · 1.4M views · August 2, 2023

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

1Moderate Concern

5Minor Flags

This episode is safe for most kids but features a fictional murder mystery and some mildly crass humor. The positive aspects include creative problem-solving and teamwork among friends, but the content revolves around a pretend 'murder' with exaggerated reactions and some crude jokes. Parents should note that while the violence is entirely fantasy and cartoonish, the extended suspense and character arguments may be confusing or intense for younger viewers.

Content Breakdown · 6 Categories

Strong & Crude LanguageA little

The transcript contains very mild, censored profanity (e.g., 'f**k') once, and a single instance of 'screw it' used as an exclamation. There is no heavy or habitual coarse language.

See evidence (2)

“'What? [ __ ] you.' (timestamp ~1:42:00)”~1:42:00

“'screw not being able to talk to anyone...'”

Sexual References & Suggestive ContentA little

There is one mild sexual joke in Donny's will where he tells Linux 'I know you always had a crush on me,' which is played for laughs and is very brief. No other suggestive content.

See evidence (1)

“'Linux. For my will... I know you always had a crush on me. What? Okay. That's good. I didn't want that.'”~35:00

Bullying, Cruelty & DiscriminationA little

The video includes light-hearted, competitive teasing among friends (e.g., calling each other 'idiots,' 'brain dead'), but it is clearly part of the game's banter and not targeted, hostile bullying or discrimination based on identity.

See evidence (1)

“Quiff exclaims 'You're all useless... Actually brain dead... They're truly missing IQ.' This is frustration from being voted out, not persistent cruelty.”~1:49:00

Materialism & Wealth FlexingA little

The video's premise revolves around a fictional $10,000 prize, which is a game mechanic. Donny's 'will' also humorously mentions leaving a YouTube channel and a broken Porsche 911, which are fantasy elements, not genuine wealth flexing.

See evidence (2)

“'Liger, I leave you my YouTube channel...'”~33:00

“'I left you a brand NEW PORSCHE 911... It's broken, bro.'”~35:30

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsA little

The video description includes a standard call to action 'LIKE AND SUB PLS' and the opening asks viewers to 'SIT BACK, GRAB YOURSELF SOME DIRTY CAKE. Let's do this.' This is not manipulative or coercive.

See evidence (1)

“'IF YOU'RE READING THIS... 👉 LIKE AND SUB PLS' (description)”

Playful & Fantasy ViolenceSome

The entire video is based on a playful fantasy murder mystery in Minecraft. Violence is stylized, consequence-free, and clearly part of a game. Examples include the 'murder' happening off-screen with lights out, body parts as blocks, and humorous descriptions of stabbing (in a storytelling context).

See evidence (2)

“'I'd stab him. I'd chop off his legs...' (Quiff describing how he would hypothetically kill in the game)”~1:20:00

“'His body parts are everywhere' (players reacting to the blocky remains)”

What Parents Need to Know

This video is a Minecraft murder mystery where the host pretends to be 'killed' and his friends must find the killer to win a cash prize. Kids will learn about deductive reasoning, cooperation, and role-playing, but the constant shouting, accusations, and suspenseful atmosphere might be overwhelming for sensitive children. There is no realistic violence or gore, but the theme of 'murder in cold blood' and mild profanity like 'dumb' and 'idiot' may require contextual discussion. The cash prize ($10,000) can also lead to questions about money and winning. Overall, it's a creative and engaging social game, but best for children who can separate fantasy from reality and handle mild conflict.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why do you think the friends accused the wrong person in the game? How could they have worked together better?
2What clues would you have looked for if you were playing this murder mystery game?
3Is it okay to pretend to 'kill' someone in a game like Minecraft? How is it different from real violence?
4The video mentions a $10,000 prize. Why do you think having a prize makes the game more exciting? Do you think it changes how people play?

What's This Video About?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this video appropriate for my 7-year-old?

Probably not. While the violence is entirely fictional and cartoonish, the game centers around a pretend 'murder' with intense accusations, shouting, and suspense that can be confusing or frightening for younger children. Themes of betrayal and 'death' in a realistic setting may also require more maturity to understand. We recommend age 10+.

What age is this video appropriate for?

We recommend age 10+. The content is a fantasy murder mystery with no graphic violence, but the constant drama, mild name-calling, and complex social dynamics are best understood by children aged 10 and older who can separate fantasy from reality.

Does this video contain any inappropriate language or behavior?

The video has very low scores for crude language and bullying (both 0.10). There is some playful name-calling ('idiot,' 'dumb') and one instance of a muffled curse word, but no strong profanity or sustained mean-spirited behavior. Arguments are part of the game, not real hostility.

Is there any real violence or scary content in this Minecraft video?

No real violence. The 'murder' is a fictional game mechanic where a character's body disappears and friends search for clues within Minecraft. The only 'scary' aspect is a brief blackout and dramatic sound effects, but no real gore or threat. The overall tone is playful and exaggerated.

What educational or social value does this video offer?

The video promotes critical thinking, deduction, and teamwork as players share clues and debate who the killer is. Viewers see how to collaborate, negotiate, and handle disagreements within a game. It also models a creative way to play Minecraft socially and imaginatively.

Does this video contain any gambling or money-related risks?

The video features a $10,000 cash prize as a game incentive, but no actual gambling mechanics or loot boxes. Children may ask questions about real money rewards or the ethics of 'winning' money through a game. The materialism score is low (0.20), but it's worth discussing how real money is different from in-game earnings.

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I Fooled my Friend with a FAKE MURDER on Minecraft...

Content Breakdown · 6 Categories

What Parents Need to Know

Talk to Your Kids About

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