Rockstar Thanks Fans for Support on Manhunt 2
Soon to announce plans to appeal BBFC's decision
Rockstar has sent a reassuring email out to its legions of fans regarding the controversy surrounding Manhunt 2.
SPOnG would like to refer to it as a ‘teacup storm’, as many such cooked-up media ‘controversies’ surrounding gamers and videogames tend to be, but unfortunately we can’t.
Make no mistakes here. The ban on Manhunt 2 is a direct attack by the censors at the BBFC on our rights to make and play adult-themed videogames.
Go to the petition on the Prime Minister’s website and sign up if you haven’t done so already. And urge all your friends and family to do the same, if you care about the future of gaming.
Rockstar’s mail reads:
Sign the petition. NOW!
SPOnG would like to refer to it as a ‘teacup storm’, as many such cooked-up media ‘controversies’ surrounding gamers and videogames tend to be, but unfortunately we can’t.
Make no mistakes here. The ban on Manhunt 2 is a direct attack by the censors at the BBFC on our rights to make and play adult-themed videogames.
Go to the petition on the Prime Minister’s website and sign up if you haven’t done so already. And urge all your friends and family to do the same, if you care about the future of gaming.
Rockstar’s mail reads:
"We wanted to thank everyone who has taken the time to contact us about Manhunt 2, which we had been planning to release on PlayStation 2, PSP and Nintendo Wii," says the email.
"As you know, Manhunt 2 was effectively banned around much of the world, after it was refused certification in the United Kingdom, prohibited in Ireland, and denied an M rating in the United States.
"We are very proud of Manhunt 2 and believe it builds on what the team accomplished with the first title in the series. The game was developed as a horror experience, and to be an M rated title, aligning it with similar horror content created in other forms of media. Unlike many other people, we do not think video games should be singled out for special treatment from the authorities. We hope to have more information for you soon, but in the meantime, we wanted you to know how much we value all of your messages of support."
"As you know, Manhunt 2 was effectively banned around much of the world, after it was refused certification in the United Kingdom, prohibited in Ireland, and denied an M rating in the United States.
"We are very proud of Manhunt 2 and believe it builds on what the team accomplished with the first title in the series. The game was developed as a horror experience, and to be an M rated title, aligning it with similar horror content created in other forms of media. Unlike many other people, we do not think video games should be singled out for special treatment from the authorities. We hope to have more information for you soon, but in the meantime, we wanted you to know how much we value all of your messages of support."
Sign the petition. NOW!
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Joji 29 Jun 2007 12:37
1/4
You are welcome, Rockstar.
Bentley 29 Jun 2007 12:41
2/4
Go Rockstar! I loved the original, and was looking forward to playing the sequel. Now even more-so, just to fight the evil censors.
The BBFC are acting as though the "C" stands for "Censorship" when they need to be reminded it stands for CLASSIFICATION. The rights to deny grown adults the choice to play a game or not should NOT be in their hands; only the rights to stick a label on it, and perhaps to educate the idiot parents who turn a blind eye to what their 8 year old kids are watching and playing.
The fact that they allow films like Hostel to come out (which of course they should) but not Manhunt 2 is utterly, utterly ridiculous.
Bring down the BBFC! They suck!
The BBFC are acting as though the "C" stands for "Censorship" when they need to be reminded it stands for CLASSIFICATION. The rights to deny grown adults the choice to play a game or not should NOT be in their hands; only the rights to stick a label on it, and perhaps to educate the idiot parents who turn a blind eye to what their 8 year old kids are watching and playing.
The fact that they allow films like Hostel to come out (which of course they should) but not Manhunt 2 is utterly, utterly ridiculous.
Bring down the BBFC! They suck!
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Joji 29 Jun 2007 13:26
3/4
Oh Rockstar, do remember to mention that Manhunt 2 is a psych horror game and aimed at an adult audience, the same kind of people that enjoy films like Hostel and Saw. Then point out the clear biase in their kneejerk decision.
Good luck
Good luck
YenRug 29 Jun 2007 13:47
4/4
And a free copy of the uncut version, for all those who sign the PM's Petition, wouldn't go amiss, either... ;)