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Chuck in the re-assessment of previously banned games, and actually get the AO leglislation passed, then i'll be dancing.
Goddamn, finally! I was wondering when that continent was gonna step out of the stone ages. ;-)
But seriously, I'm so happy for you guys. Hopefully now OUR games won't have to get censored because yours do to, ie fallout 3.
But seriously, I'm so happy for you guys. Hopefully now OUR games won't have to get censored because yours do to, ie fallout 3.
As a consumer I don't care since I'm old enough to buy my own games (that and the fact I live in California). But as someone who is trying to get into the video game industry, I am happy since it means that I don't have to worry about having a game be banned or changed drastically. Good job Australia, this calls for a celebration (opens a Foster's)!
Let's not lose our heads, shall we? It still hasn't been approved yet. We find out on Friday.
If there's one thing politics has taught me, it's that you don't get excited about anything until it's actually happened.
If there's one thing politics has taught me, it's that you don't get excited about anything until it's actually happened.
I had read on kotaku that because the (labor) government is for it the liberal opposition is going to try and block it from passing.
Now only the German government needs to lighten the fuck up a little and all is good in video game land.
Let's get the thing passed, but glad to hear it's at least being introduced. A great day indeed, congrats Aussies :)
I will crack opens a keg can of Fosters and throw a shrimp on the barbie over this glorious news. Also, g'day mate.
Awesome news, but I'll believe it when it gets through Parliament.
Oh, and nobody in Australia drinks Fosters guys.... you've been conned.
Oh, and nobody in Australia drinks Fosters guys.... you've been conned.
Huzzah! Oh it's been such a long day coming. Let the politicians spin this any way they want, but we know why this is really happening: It's because of the brilliant activism and organizing from the gaming world. All the Australian gamers deserve a pat on the back for this one.
Also, I would pay good money to see Michael Atkinson's face the day the new rating takes effect.
Also, I would pay good money to see Michael Atkinson's face the day the new rating takes effect.
What a great way to celebrate the occasion: a photo of meaty rugby players hugging each other. Couldn't think of a better one myself.
Might pay to read the entire article that you're sourcing.
Here's the part you read and jumped on: "The federal Cabinet has approved an adult rating for computer games after finding that many classified as suitable for 15-year-olds in Australia had been ruled suitable for adults only overseas."
Here's the part you didn't read: "A change to Australia's classification system requires the agreement of the states and territories as well as the federal government."
"If the Government gets the agreement of the states and territories, it would need to embark on consultations with the gaming industry, gaming advocates, the Christian lobby and various children's groups to sort out how the new classification level would work in practical terms."
Here's the part you read and jumped on: "The federal Cabinet has approved an adult rating for computer games after finding that many classified as suitable for 15-year-olds in Australia had been ruled suitable for adults only overseas."
Here's the part you didn't read: "A change to Australia's classification system requires the agreement of the states and territories as well as the federal government."
"If the Government gets the agreement of the states and territories, it would need to embark on consultations with the gaming industry, gaming advocates, the Christian lobby and various children's groups to sort out how the new classification level would work in practical terms."
Hilarious going to England and seeing they advertise fosters as Australia best. No one drinks that rubbish here! XD
But I'm not celebrating until I see an R18 game on the shelves.
But I'm not celebrating until I see an R18 game on the shelves.
Urgh. No, this doesn't mean we're 100% going to get an R18+ rating, as much as it may have read that way. The AG's are going into talk about, which means one of them can still disagree on it, which means the rating can still get stuck in limbo.
Yes it's nice they're talking about it, but after about the 5th or so round table they've had on the R18 rating without a mutual decision I've learned to not hold my breath when it comes to these things. The logic with some of the AG's is pretty much the equivalent of a sack of crap. One bullshit argument is "How do we know these violent and gratuitous games aren't going to get into the hands of children anyway?"
Quick answer: they already are dipshits.
Yes it's nice they're talking about it, but after about the 5th or so round table they've had on the R18 rating without a mutual decision I've learned to not hold my breath when it comes to these things. The logic with some of the AG's is pretty much the equivalent of a sack of crap. One bullshit argument is "How do we know these violent and gratuitous games aren't going to get into the hands of children anyway?"
Quick answer: they already are dipshits.
What's the bet that it'll get blocked again because 'the studies are biased and don't cover enough of the population'?
I won't jump for joy until it's said and done. I heard that if we (australians) get R18, that it still means games can be banned. Games that are already out like gears of war, god of war, etc, the really violent ones would now be classifeied R18.
So gears of war 3 for example would be in that catergory, however they still have the right to ban games.
So until it is in place, we will have to wait and see.
So gears of war 3 for example would be in that catergory, however they still have the right to ban games.
So until it is in place, we will have to wait and see.
@CyricZ you beat me to it!
Well this makes me very happy, I don't know why but I'm almost looking forward to buying a game with that black diamond with an R, still happy days
now if we found a way to rid of those damn dropbears, then THAT would be a cause to celebrate
Well this makes me very happy, I don't know why but I'm almost looking forward to buying a game with that black diamond with an R, still happy days
now if we found a way to rid of those damn dropbears, then THAT would be a cause to celebrate
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocfiPS1CZ-s&feature=fvst THE REAL NATIONAL ANTHEM (Australian Joke, Still watch please)
I yelled for joy when I read this article's title. I'm not a fan of the Gillard Government... but they've totally gone up a few pegs in my eyes now.
Also, brilliant song/youtube video choice.
Also, brilliant song/youtube video choice.
Very VERY worried about the "I'm a State Minister, you Federal Ministers can't tell ME what to do, I'm voting no, pooh pooh, plblblblblb" effect that seems to be already cropping up.
Having Federal government onside could either make it better, or much much worse.
Friday is the day to see...
Having Federal government onside could either make it better, or much much worse.
Friday is the day to see...
Wait, you mean the government is finally going to treat adults like adults instead of immature kids? That's awesome. I need to have a beer, vote and buy the first R18+ game to celebrate!
Also:
"O'Connor stated that no previously banned games would be released under the new rating, meaning that you still won't get Manhunt 2 down under."
*Looks at uncensored copy of Manhunt 2 on shelf while currently living in Australia*
Fat lot of good censorship was doing there.
Also:
"O'Connor stated that no previously banned games would be released under the new rating, meaning that you still won't get Manhunt 2 down under."
*Looks at uncensored copy of Manhunt 2 on shelf while currently living in Australia*
Fat lot of good censorship was doing there.
@ vwkombi the ONLY uncensored Manhunt 2 was a digital download PC version. How can that be sitting on a shelf?
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