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You'll never guess GTA 6's age rating as Sony pesters PS4 players to upgrade
Sony is prompting PlayStation 4 owners to upgrade to PlayStation 5 for the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 on November 19, 2026. Emails from PlayStation suggest the game will receive an M for Mature rating, citing typical mature content. Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has indicated marketing will increase soon, with fans anticipating a new trailer.
Bloodborne blir animerad (och våldsam) film
An animated film based on the video game Bloodborne is in development, with YouTuber Seán McLoughlin involved. The film is expected to be faithful to the game's violent nature, earning an 'R' rating from the MPA. Despite ongoing rumors, Bloodborne has not received a remake or PC release.
Splatoon Raiders rated by PEGI, suggests imminent release
Nintendo has updated the official EU eShop listing for Splatoon Raiders, adding a PEGI 7 age rating classification. This recent change suggests that development is nearing completion and more information about the upcoming Nintendo Switch exclusive is expected soon. This follows earlier speculation about an imminent release that turned out to be a false alarm related to Splatoon 3.
FFXIV CERO Age Rating Goes up in Japan
Shueisha has confirmed that fraudulent votes were cast in the 2nd Global One Piece Character Popularity Poll "World Top 100" and has removed these ballots. The company stated that further measures may be implemented to prevent future occurrences. The poll remains open until June 11, 2026, with results to be revealed during One Piece Day '26 events in August.
Final Fantasy 14's Japanese age rating gets a bump, and it's all because of screenshots
Final Fantasy 14's age rating in Japan has been increased from CERO C to CERO D by Square Enix. This change is speculated to be related to player-created in-game images, including those using mods, which may be considered sexually provocative by the CERO rating board.
Can new age rating rules prevent a video game ban?
This article discusses the potential impact of new age rating rules on video game bans, questioning their effectiveness. It also touches on sales figures comparing the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, and the challenges of crafting accurate headlines.
Mario Kart Tour is now 18+ in Brazil
Mario Kart Tour's age rating in Brazil has been increased to 18+ due to concerns over gambling and loot box mechanics. This change follows similar actions in other countries and the game's previous ban in Belgium. Nintendo is also removing gacha elements from the game later this month.
The impossible question: will the director general of European age-ratings body PEGI allow his teenage son to play Grand Theft Auto 6?
PEGI director general Dirk Bosmans discussed the challenges of age ratings for games like Grand Theft Auto 6, especially with his own 15-year-old son. He emphasized that PEGI provides advice for parents to make informed decisions, highlighting the importance of conversation over strict adherence to ratings. The article also touches on upcoming changes to PEGI's rating system, which will factor in in-game purchases.
PEGI stramar till regelverket för lootlådor – EA Sports FC kan beröras
PEGI, the European age rating system, is implementing new rules starting June 2026 that will assign a minimum PEGI 16 rating to games featuring loot boxes. Social casino games will receive a PEGI 18 rating. Games incorporating NFTs will also be rated PEGI 18. These changes could affect titles like EA Sports FC, potentially raising its rating from PEGI 3 to PEGI 16 if no adjustments are made to their mechanics.
Games Inbox: Who will win out of PS6 vs. Project Helix?
Readers discuss the potential competition between the upcoming PlayStation 6 and Microsoft's Project Helix (likely the next Xbox console), with concerns raised about pricing, naming conventions, and the potential impact of simultaneous releases. Other topics include the effectiveness of game age ratings, the future of the Battlefield franchise, and the perceived arrogance of Microsoft's console strategy.
EU ratings board to designate all games with loot boxes with minimum PEGI 16 rating
Europe's PEGI organization will now assign a minimum PEGI 16 rating to all video games that feature purchasable loot boxes. This new policy aims to restrict access for younger players to games containing these monetization mechanics.
PEGI revises its age ratings system with considerations for loot boxes, daily quests
The Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) organization is updating its age rating system to include specific game features like loot boxes and daily quests, effective June. New classifications will consider in-game purchases, paid random items, communication features, and daily rewards, aiming to enhance online safety for parents. Games with loot boxes will now be rated PEGI 16 or 18, while those with daily quests will be PEGI 7 or 12, depending on whether they reward or punish players for returning.
Video game PEGI age-ratings are changing in Europe and it's probably not good news for EA Sports FC
The Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) body is implementing significant changes to its age-rating system across Europe. These updates are expected to impact how games, including titles like EA Sports FC, are classified.
Video game PEGI age-ratings are changing in Europe and it's probably not good news for EA Sports FC
PEGI, the Pan-European Game Information body responsible for age-ratings across Europe (excluding Germany), is implementing its most significant update to its rating system. This change is expected to have a notable impact on games, including EA Sports FC.
PEGI ratings for game releases in Europe will be age-restricted if they contain loot boxes
PEGI, the Pan-European Game Information system, is implementing new age rating rules starting June 2026 that will restrict games containing loot boxes and other gambling-like mechanics. The updated criteria will assign ratings such as PEGI 7, 12, 16, or 18 based on the presence and nature of in-game purchases, random items, and communication features. These changes aim to inform parents about potentially addictive or risky game elements.
PEGI's loot box rule changes are welcome, but they should be retrospective | Opinion
This opinion piece discusses PEGI's new rule requiring games with paid random items to be rated PEGI 16, noting that the rule only applies to newly submitted titles. The author argues that this non-retroactive approach fails to protect players of popular existing games with loot boxes and raises anti-competition concerns. The article also touches on the varying international approaches to loot box regulation and the importance of monitoring implementation.
EA Sports FC risks losing PEGI 3 age rating due to new loot box rules
PEGI is implementing stricter rules for video game age ratings, with the presence of loot boxes now automatically resulting in a PEGI 16 rating. This change, effective from June, could impact the all-ages appeal of titles like EA Sports FC and NBA 2K, potentially affecting sales. Other factors like battle passes, NFTs, and online communication will also influence ratings.
PEGI Expands Age-Ratings for "Interactive Risk" Categories
The Pan European Game Information (PEGI) has updated its age-rating criteria to include 'interactive risk categories'. This change is expected to influence how video games are classified and rated going forward.
Video Games With Loot Boxes Will Now Have a 16 Age Rating Across Europe as Part of Huge PEGI Shakeup - IGN
The Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) age-rating body is introducing new categories starting July 2026 to classify games with in-app purchases, paid random items (loot boxes), and other interactive features. Games containing paid random items will default to a PEGI 16 rating, impacting titles like EA's FC series. These changes aim to provide clearer warnings to parents about potential risks within games.
Game age rating system PEGI to get big changes for in-game items and online play
The Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) age rating system is implementing significant changes to how games are classified, particularly concerning in-game items and online interactions. New categories will address paid random items, time-limited offers, NFTs, blockchain mechanisms, daily quests, and communication features, with updated ratings coming into effect in June 2026.
