r18+
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The Classification Board Wants YOU To Help With Policy Research
Now that our slightly disappointing R18+ rating for video games is back on the agenda, the Classification Board is looking for people to help out in policy focus groups.
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Saints Row IV Refused Classification, Banned In Australia
Just when you thought we’d all grown up, the Classification Board decides to ban its first game under the new Classification Scheme. Sorry Australia: no Saints Row IV for you.
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The Road To R18+
Video games are a funny little thing. From the perspective of an uninformed observer, you’d think that the recent R18+ classification fight was all just a bunch of kids arguing over what to call their toys. From the inside, however, the fight is far more meaningful than that. Kotaku has a great piece right now…
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A Tale Of Two Cities: Queensland Gamers Told To Cross The Border For R18+ Titles
Gamers around the country celebrated on December 31, 2012 when the clock struck midnight. It meant that it was not only the new year, but a new era for gaming in Australia: R18+ games were finally a reality. The victory was bittersweet, however, with Queensland unable to enjoy the spoils because of a slow parliament.…