Tag Archives: violence in games

Director behind PC and Xbox exploration game explains why there is no combat in his title

A game’s front of box age rating warns parents about a title’s content, but figuring out what ability is required to play the game is altogether trickier. That’s a problem website Everybody Plays is hoping to address with the launch today of its new EPAL (Everybody Plays Ability Level) system. …

Headteachers from a group of schools in Cheshire have issued a warning to parents who allow their children to play violent 18-rated video games. The Guardian reports that the Nantwich Education Partnership says it will inform the police of parents who allow their sometimes primary aged kids to play games …

Developers asked to remove screenshots showing weaponry and violence

Destructive Creations obliges as controversy surrounds announcement trailer

The industry’s most popular games revolve around death – but are they making light of it? Develop discusses how developers can and should tackle the themes of violence and war as we enter a new generation of realism

APA members claim it is important to review violence in games following the Sandy Hook shooting

Aid body says military games should 'include the laws of armed conflict'

Exposure is biggest factor in determining the public perception of video games

Games industry representative and trade body UKIE has hit back at The Mirror’s headline blaming Call of Duty for a US Navy base massacre. The story ‘Driven to Kill by Call of Duty?’ says that Aaron Alexis went on a gun rampage after becoming addicted to violent video games. But …