Does UK use PEGI?

The UK uses the PEGI (Pan European Game Information) system to give games their age ratings. But knowing what exactly each of these ratings mean, and how accurate they are, can be complicated. This article will explain everything you need to know about how PEGI classifies games.

What is the US equivalent of PEGI?

In the United States, Canada and Mexico, the ESRB (Entertainment Software Rating Board) system is used to help distinguish what games are suitable for different ages and in the UK and most European countries the PEGI (Pan European Games Information) system is used.

What did the UK use before PEGI?

In 1994 the VSC was asked to administer an advisory rating system for video games on behalf of ELSPA (European Leisure Software Publishers Association). This system was eventually replaced by the PEGI (Pan European Game Information) system in 2003.

Is PEGI only in Europe?

About us. PEGI (Pan European Game Information) is the European age-rating system for video games. PEGI helps European parents make informed decisions when buying video games. Launched in 2003, PEGI replaced a number of national age rating systems and is now used throughout most of Europe, in 38 countries.

Can I play a PEGI games in US?

Yes. Unlike previous Xbox consoles, Xbox One/Xbox Series consoles are region-free and can play games purchased in a different region. Please keep in mind that is not the case when it comes to DVD and Blu-ray movies, those still need to match your console's region. Was this reply helpful?

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Does Canada use ESRB or PEGI?

The ESRB is officially recognized, implemented and used in the three major countries of North America: Canada, Mexico and the United States.

What is PEGI 16 in America?

This rating is applied once the depiction of violence (or sexual activity) reaches a stage that looks the same as would be expected in real life. The use of bad language in games with a PEGI 16 rating can be more extreme, while the use of tobacco, alcohol or illegal drugs can also be present.

What is the US UK age rating?

Broadly speaking, current British classifications are similar to US ones - G equals U, PG equals PG, PG-13 equals 12A (barring a one-year age difference) and NC-17 equals 18 (though the British version doesn't have the cultural problems discussed above).

What game was banned in the UK?

Omega Labyrinth Z becomes the first game to be banned in the UK since Rockstar's controversial Manhunt 2 back in 2007.

Is PEGI used in Germany?

PEGI in Europe

PEGI is used in all the above EU countries (except Germany which has its own system: USK).

Is it illegal to play PEGI 16?

The Video Recordings Act 1984 only makes it illegal to supply a PEGI 12, 16 or 18 rated game to a person under those ages. It doesn't make it illegal for a younger person to play a game if their parents let them.

What does rated R mean in USA?

R: Restricted, Children Under 17 Require Accompanying Parent or Adult Guardian. This rating means the film contains adult material such as adult activity, harsh language, intense graphic violence, drug abuse and nudity.

When was PEGI introduced in the UK?

16 June 2009 : VSC welcomes UK government decision to grant it new powers to rate video games. All games will receive ratings from the Pan European Rating Information system (PEGI), bringing the UK fully into line with 29 other European countries.

Is it ends with us inappropriate for a 12 year old?

No. It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover is not appropriate for children or Young Adults. It is only appropriate for Mature Adults aged 17 and over. It contains adult themes, including domestic violence, and explicit romantic content.

Why is the end of us rated R?

Parents need to know that The Last of Us is a zombie apocalypse action-drama series based on the video game of the same name. It has a great deal of violence, carried out with firearms and blunt weapons, resulting in bloody, gory, graphic deaths of humans -- including children -- and infected beings.

Why is American Made rated 15?

The film contains infrequent very strong language ('c**t'), and strong language ('motherf**ker' and 'f**k'). Other issues include verbal and visual drug references, infrequent scenes of moderate sex, brief female breast nudity and mild verbal sex references.

What is PEGI 7 in US?

Essentially, the PEGI rating on a game confirms that it contains content suitable for a certain age group and above. So a 7-rated game is suitable for everyone who is seven or older, while an 18-rated game is deemed suitable for adults only.

Is 16+ rated R?

R: RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. NC-17: NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED. Good Boy - Rated R for some violent content and language.

Can kids play PEGI 18?

PEGI is the standardised way of providing games with an age rating in the UK and Europe. Here, it is a legal requirement for a game to have a PEGI rating. But note: the age rating provided by PEGI is a recommendation; children under 18, for example, can't legally buy an 18+ game, but it is not illegal to play.

What is the Mexican game rating system?

Mexican cross system

The ESRB remains supported in Mexico, using a cross-rating system below: E rated video games are rated A in Mexico. E10+ rated video games are rated B in Mexico. T rated video games are rated B15 in Mexico.

Why is every game rated M?

Titles rated M (Mature) have content that may be suitable for persons ages 17 and older. Titles in this category may contain intense violence, blood and gore, sexual content, and/or strong language.

Can a 13 year old play high on life?

The game also contains graphic violence, which is not appropriate for young audiences. Overall, I was impressed with "High on Life" but I would not recommend it to anyone under the age of 18. The game is not suitable for young people due to its mature themes and graphic violence.

Is fortnite a PEGI?

Age restrictions

Because of its frequent scenes of mild violence, Fortnite is rated 12+ by PEGI.

Is Rated R or MA better?

What is this? R is merely the second extreme rating for television, whereas TV-MA is the most extreme. TV-MA is worse than R because it contains both R and NC-17-rated material. R is OK for viewers under 17 as long as they're accompanied by an adult, but TV-MA is never appropriate for viewers under 18.