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All games that are produced by THQ in the UK are given a rating by PEGI to help parents understand the nature and the content of the games.

About PEGI

The Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) age rating system was established to help European parents make informed decisions on buying computer games. It was launched in spring 2003 and replaced some national age rating systems with a single system now used throughout most of Europe.

The system is supported by the major console manufacturers, including Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo, as well as by publishers and developers of interactive games throughout Europe. The age rating system was developed by the Interactive Software Federation of Europe (ISFE).

PEGI Age Ratings

PEGI 3+
The content of games given this rating is considered suitable for all age groups. Some violence in a comical context (typically Bugs Bunny or Tom & Jerry cartoon-like forms of violence) is acceptable. The child should not be able to associate the character on the screen with real life characters, they should be totally fantasy. The game should not contain any sounds or pictures that are likely to scare or frighten young children. No bad language should be heard and there should be no scenes containing nudity nor any referring to sexual activity.

PEGI 7+
Any game that would normally be rated at 3+ but contains some possibly frightening scenes or sounds may be considered suitable in this category. Some scenes of partial nudity may be permitted but never in a sexual context.

PEGI Descriptors

Descriptors shown on the back of packaging indicate the main reasons why a game has received a particular age rating. There are eight such descriptors: violence, bad language, fear, drugs, sexual, discrimination, gambling and online gameplay with other people.

Bad language
Game contains bad language.

Discrimination
Game contains depictions of, or material which may encourage, discrimination.

Drugs
Game refers to or depicts the use of drugs.

Fear
Game may be frightening or scary for young children.

Gambling
Games that encourage or teach gambling.

Sex
Game depicts nudity and/or sexual behaviour or sexual references.

Violence
Game contains depictions of violence.

Online Gameplay
Game can be played online.

More Information

For more information on PEGI, visit the official PEGI website: http://www.pegi.info