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Rockstar responds to Manhunt rejection

Developer "disappointed" by the BBFC's decision

Rockstar has issued GamesRadar an official response to today's announcement by the BBFC that it has rejected Manhunt 2 for rating in the UK. Here's the statement in full:

"We are disappointed with the recent decision by the British Board of Film Classification to refuse classification of Manhunt 2. While we respect the authority of the classification board and will abide by the rules, we emphatically disagree with this particular decision.

"Manhunt 2 is an entertainment experience for fans of psychological thrillers and horror. The subject matter of this game is in line with other mainstream entertainment choices for adult consumers.

"We respect those who have different opinions about the horror genre and video games as a whole, but we hope they will also consider the opinions of the adult gamers for whom this product is intended. We believe all products should be rated to allow the public to make informed choices about the media and art they wish to consume.  The stories in modern video games are as diverse as the stories in books, film and television. The adult consumers who would play this game fully understand that it is fictional interactive entertainment and nothing more."

See also:
Manhunt 2 banned in the UK
This is why Manhunt 2 was banned
Manhunt 2 rated by ESRB

June 19, 2007

 
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Manhunt 2

Genre: Action
Expected release date: 10/31/2007
Published by: Rockstar Games
Developed by: Rockstar Toronto, Rockstar Toronto
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