The Byron Review has brought rapid responses from the British Board of Film Classification and now from the UK's video game representative body, ELSPA.
And ELSPA, it seems does not think that the BBFC is up to the job.
Paul Jackson, Director General, ELSPA, said,“We believe in one legally enforceable system for classification of video games and to build increased public awareness of both the age ratings system and the long-standing availability and use of parental controls on all games consoles.
“However, we are concerned that the proposals as they stand may struggle to keep up with the public’s increasing desire to buy and play on-line.
“The games industry would need to be re-assured that the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) would be capable of delivering against any new remit, or whether PEGI may be more appropriate. We welcome the news that the Government wishes to consult with the industry on any changes to the classification system.”
“We look forward to working very closely with Government over the next few months to address these concerns as the implications of the review are fully understood.”
The BBFC for in the form of director, David Cooke, has already stated that "Unlike PEGI, the BBFC has the power, in exceptional cases, to reject films, DVDs and games which have the potential to pose real harm risk... I welcome the film-style classification system and greater role for the BBFC".
So, it's government appointed review board versus industry-preferred review board. Game on!
And ELSPA, it seems does not think that the BBFC is up to the job.
Paul Jackson, Director General, ELSPA, said,“We believe in one legally enforceable system for classification of video games and to build increased public awareness of both the age ratings system and the long-standing availability and use of parental controls on all games consoles.
“However, we are concerned that the proposals as they stand may struggle to keep up with the public’s increasing desire to buy and play on-line.
“The games industry would need to be re-assured that the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) would be capable of delivering against any new remit, or whether PEGI may be more appropriate. We welcome the news that the Government wishes to consult with the industry on any changes to the classification system.”
“We look forward to working very closely with Government over the next few months to address these concerns as the implications of the review are fully understood.”
The BBFC for in the form of director, David Cooke, has already stated that "Unlike PEGI, the BBFC has the power, in exceptional cases, to reject films, DVDs and games which have the potential to pose real harm risk... I welcome the film-style classification system and greater role for the BBFC".
So, it's government appointed review board versus industry-preferred review board. Game on!
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