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

About the Classification Board

The Classification Operations Branch of the Attorney-General’s Department Board is an independent statutory body which makes classification decisions about films, computer games and publications. Principles for decision making are set out in the National Classification Code, agreed by the Australian Government and the States and Territories.

The six classifiable elements in a film or computer game are:

• themes
• violence
• sex
• language
• drug use
• nudity

The classification takes account of the context and impact of each of these elements, including their frequency and intensity, and their cumulative effect. It also takes account of the purpose and tone of a sequence, and how material is treated.

OFLC Ratings

G
The impact of the classifiable themes for material classified G should be no higher than very mild. All classifiable content should be justified by context.
The G classification is for a general audience. However, it does not necessarily indicate that children will enjoy the film or computer game. Some G films and games contain
themes, story-lines or game play that do not interest children.
There are no legal restrictions on the sale or hire of computer games classified G.

PG
The impact of the classifiable elements for material classified PG should be no higher than
mild. All classifiable content should be justified by context.
Material classified PG may contain material which some children find confusing or upsetting, and may require the guidance of parents or guardians. It is not recommended for viewing or playing by persons under 15 without guidance from parents or guardians.
There are no legal restrictions on the sale or hire of computer games classified PG.

More Information

For more information on the ratings system, visit the official site: http://www.classification.gov.au