Punktnivåerna

Punktnivåerna is a system used in Sweden to indicate the difficulty level of video games. It was introduced by the Swedish Game Industry Association (Branschföreningen för it- och telekombranschen) and is designed to provide a clear and concise way for players to understand the level of challenge they can expect from a game.

The punktnivåerna system rates games on a scale of 3 to 10, with 3 being a relatively easy game and 10 being extremely difficult. Games rated 3 are generally suitable for young children, while games rated 8 and above are considered to be adult-oriented. The system also includes descriptors for games rated 7 and above, such as "svårt" (difficult) and "extremt svårt" (extremely difficult).

The punktnivåerna system was introduced in response to concerns about the level of violence and difficulty in some video games marketed towards children. By providing a clear rating system, parents and caregivers can make more informed decisions about the games that are suitable for their children. The system is voluntary, and not all game developers in Sweden use it.

Thepunktnivåerna system has been in use since 2006 and is widely recognized in Sweden as a standard of difficulty for video games. It is used in conjunction with other rating systems, such as the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) and the Pan European Game Information (PEGI) system. Overall, the punktnivåerna system provides a clear and concise way for players to understand the level of challenge they can expect from a game.