| answer text |
<p>Video games are subject to a mixture of statutory and voluntary regulation mainly
linked to the Pan-European Games Information (PEGI) classification system. In the
UK, the PEGI age ratings have statutory backing under the Video Recordings Act 1984
and the Video Standards Council (VSC) Rating Board is designated under the Act to
review and classify products. The PEGI ratings system - which has been adopted in
most countries across Europe - is used to classify video games content against criteria
which includes, for example, depictions of violence, sexual scenes or themes, depictions
of self-harm, drug use, bad language, gambling and the ability to interact online
with other players. Video games are awarded 3, 7, 12, 16 or 18 PEGI age ratings as
appropriate, and pictograms are attached to the games to indicate the type of content
they contain. The VSC uses this system to rate games that are unsuitable for children.
More information about the VSC’s approach to classification is set out in their annual
report, which is laid before Parliament each year.</p><p> </p>
|
|
