News > British Petition Protests Manhunt 2 Ban
July 2, 2007
In response to the BBFC's effective ban of controversial title, Manhunt 2, in the UK, a petition has surfaced on the website of the prime minister. It urges the British government to take action against the BBFC, in hopes that Manhunt 2, as well as future releases, will be rated fairly.
The petition reads:
"We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to Restrict the powers of the BBFC with regard to the banning of videogames.
The BBFC have recently refused to rate the videogame “Manhunt 2″. As such, adults in this country will never be allowed to play this game. Adults should be allowed to make their own decisions with regard to what videogames they want to play. We all understand that this game is extremely violent and unsuitable for children. As such an 18 rating should have been applied."
Over 1300 individuals have signed thus far, and any U.K. resident may add to that number until August 25th, when the petition closes.
*Eddie R Inzauto - Senior Editor, GameWad.com
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