Game Development Questions
Game ratings and content classifications are determined by various organizations and regulatory bodies, such as the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) in the United States, Pan European Game Information (PEGI) in Europe, and the Computer Entertainment Rating Organization (CERO) in Japan.
These organizations evaluate the content of games based on factors such as violence, sexual content, language, and drug use. They use a combination of guidelines, age appropriateness, and subjective judgment to assign ratings or classifications to games.
The rating systems typically consist of different age categories or content descriptors, such as "E for Everyone," "T for Teen," "M for Mature," or "18+" to indicate the recommended age group or suitability for different audiences. The specific criteria and guidelines used by each organization may vary slightly, but the overall goal is to provide consumers with information about the content of games and help them make informed decisions about their appropriateness for different age groups.