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UKIE welcomes video games being classed separately from social media as UK government announces ban

UKIE says the UK’s new under-16 social media ban should not be conflated with games, which matters because the government is also tightening rules around livestreaming and stranger communication. For …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 3 months ago
ESRB will not adopt PEGI age-rating changes in the US as it "could be confusing"

The ESRB has decided against adopting PEGI's new age-rating changes, citing potential confusion for parents. This decision underscores the importance of clarity in game ratings, particularly regarding in-game purchases and …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 5 months, 4 weeks ago
PEGI revises its age ratings system with considerations for loot boxes, daily quests

PEGI's recent update to its age ratings system now classifies games with loot boxes as PEGI 16. This change is significant for designers and producers, as it directly impacts how …

News Game Developer · 6 months, 1 week ago
PEGI's loot box rule changes are welcome, but they should be retrospective | Opinion

PEGI's new loot box regulations will require games with paid random items to be rated PEGI 16 starting in June. While this is a step towards better consumer protection, the …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 6 months, 1 week ago
Games with loot boxes will be rated PEGI 16 from June, as part of sweeping changes to the age-rating system

Starting June, games with loot boxes will be rated PEGI 16, impacting how developers approach monetization. This change affects various roles, particularly designers and producers, who must adapt to new …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 6 months, 1 week ago