Manhunt 2 Rejected By BBFC Again, Rockstar Appeals Again

Gamespot is reporting that, for a second time, the UK's British Board of Film Classification has declined to assign a rating to Rockstar's Manhunt 2. And, again, Rockstar is appealing that decision. "As for why the edits weren't to the BBFC's liking, the board stated that the 'reduction in visual detail in some of the execution kills' was still not enough to bring the title in line with an 18 rating. The director of the BBFC, David Cooke, also said the organisation had suggested further changes to the game be made, although some requests were ignored. Rockstar responded with a statement shortly after the announcement, stating that it would also be appealing this decision, and that the extra changes it was requested to make were 'unacceptable.'"

Comments

Just my $.02...

[Cleon]

At this point they really ought to just release the game for the PC as free software, and use the strategy guides, web sites, forums, etc to generate revenue.

As an added bonus, it would be a huge middle finger to the jackasses who think it's acceptable to "ban" a video game.

If they keep on appealing, it's just going to be a bigger money pit--and it probably won't get them anywhere. Time to cut your losses, guys.

what the hell?

[Pojut]

Wait wait wait...they are saying it is still unsuitable for an 18 rating...that implies that THEY are deeming it "unfit" for anyone, up to and including adults of consenting and legal age.

Who the fuck are YOU to tell ME what is innapropriate in terms of SIMULATED violence?

Realize that some people actually enjoy simulated violence and that you are not their mother. Fucking hell.

Re:what the hell?

[Bios_Hakr]

In the US, you can't legally use drugs. You also can't drive without a seatbelt. If you knowingly partake in a pyramid scheme, you can be held criminally liable. If you violate the "laws of war" you can and will be prosecuted for murder.

You most certainly do not have the right to destroy your life in any way you see fit.

However, in this case, the solution is simple: digital distribution.

Rockstar should partner with Steam and allow the game to be downloaded with credit card verification. UK stores lose out and the publisher and customer win.

Tired game ideas

[ThirdPrize]

Lets face it Rockstar are the GWAR of the computer games industry. Using 'supposed' shock tactics to look a bit rebellious and hip in an attempt to sell units. GTA was good, Bully was a bit sick and this just seems a bit sad. It's like the team behind the film Scarface doing a cheap straight to DVD nasty afterwards.

My real complaint is that ever since Tekken first ripped someone's spine out and dangled it in their face, games have been trying to out gore each other . It doesn't really add much to the game and just appeals to teenage boys the same way "Dead or Alive" games do. Maybe they could do a Mike Diana game. The kids would really love that.