PEGImerkintöjä

PEGImerkintöjä refers to the age rating system used in Europe for video games. PEGI stands for Pan European Game Information. The system is designed to help consumers, particularly parents, make informed decisions about the video games they purchase for children. The ratings are based on the content of the game, not on its difficulty or gaming skill required.

There are five age categories: 3, 7, 12, 16, and 18. These numbers indicate the minimum age for which the game is considered suitable. For example, a PEGI 7 rating means the game is suitable for children aged seven and over, while a PEGI 18 rating signifies that the game is only appropriate for adults.

In addition to age ratings, PEGI also provides content descriptors. These descriptors highlight the specific types of content that led to a particular age rating. Common content descriptors include violence, language, fear, drugs, sex, and discrimination. These provide further detail about what a player might encounter within the game, allowing parents to make more nuanced choices. For instance, a PEGI 12 game might be rated as such due to mild violence or suggestive themes.

PEGI ratings are voluntarily adopted by game publishers and retailers across most of Europe. While not legally binding in all countries, they are widely recognized and respected. The system aims to protect minors from inappropriate content while also ensuring access to games that are suitable for their age and maturity.

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