Items tagged with ESRB

by Shane McGlaun - Mon, Apr 13, 2020

The ESRB Rolls Out New Video Game Warning Label As A Heads-Up On In-Game Transactions

The ESRB (Entertainment Software Rating Board) is the agency that rates video games so parents and other shoppers know what sort of content a video game will offer and if its appropriate for the gamer. Today the ESRB announced that it will begin assigning a new Interactive Element to video games where the label will... Read more...

by Joel Hruska - Thu, Dec 10, 2009

New York Times' "Games to Avoid" Doubles as Solid Shopping List

Ah, Christmas. The word itself conjures images of hearth and home, inspires (occasionally debaucherous) celebration, and is a time of spiritual contemplation for millions. In this crazy modern age, it's also a time when the bewildered parents of tech-savvy children all over the civilized world, regardless of race... Read more...

by Chad Weirick - Thu, Nov 22, 2007

Hillary Clinton Wants ESRB Review

Apparently the Manhunt 2 controversy isn't over quite yet, and with presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton throwing herself into the fray, it isn't likely to end anytime soon. What is Hillary planning on this time? A review of the ESRB.For those who haven't been following the situation, here's a recap:“Last June, three European countries... Read more...

by Matt Beauvais - Thu, Sep 28, 2006

Legislation Proposes ESRB Plays Everygame It Rates

Currently, games are rated by the ESRB after they're sent a video showing the most graphic parts of a game. However, Republican Senator Sam Brownback is proposing that the ESRB play each and every game before slapping a rating on it. While it may seem like a good idea, to fully examine a game's content before making a decision on it,... Read more...