Victoria 3
Paradox Interactive-
PC - 25/10/2022
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 12 because it features use of bad language. Not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Historical strategy game, in which players guide one of hundreds of countries during the turbulent 19th and early 20th centuries.
Content specific issues
This game features use of bad language ('bastard').
Other issues
The game also includes references alcohol, tobacco and drugs, which can be bought and sold in the in-game marketplace, although the substances are not shown being used. There is a still image of a person smoking what the accompanying text suggests may be an opium pipe, although the image is not animated and occurs in the context of presenting historical information. There are also some references to violence, including still images showing combat, including a soldier trying to choke another. There is sight of naked people in non-sexual situations, without sight of genitals. There is a still image showing a group of fishermen hunting a whale, with some sight of blood but no injuries.
Fast & Furious Spy Racers: Rise of Sh1ft3r
Outright Games-
Nintendo Switch - 05/11/2021
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PlayStation 4 - 05/11/2021
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PlayStation 5 - 05/11/2021
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Stadia - 05/11/2021
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Xbox One - 05/11/2021
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Xbox Series X|S - 05/11/2021
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PC - 05/11/2021
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3 and features occasional very mild violence in a comical or abstract context. Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
Arcade racing game in which a team of heroes try to lure out a criminal organisation by organising a globe-spanning racing tournament in which the prize is an invisible and untraceable vehicle.
Content specific issues
Players are able to attack other vehicles using paintball weapons or special moves. Some special moves cause opponents to twirl around and slow down. However, attacks never cause any real damage to vehicles or drivers.
No More Heroes 3
Marvelous Europe Limited-
Nintendo Switch - 27/08/2021
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PlayStation 5 - 28/10/2022
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Xbox One - 28/10/2022
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Xbox Series X|S - 28/10/2022
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 18 which restricts availability to ADULTS ONLY and is not suitable for anyone below this age. This rating has been given because it features graphic violence and use of strong language. Not suitable for persons under 18 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Action adventure 'hack and slash' game in which Travis Touchdown must become the number one Galactic Superhero and stop the evil Prince Fu and his alien assassins from taking over the Earth.
Content specific issues
Violence during gameplay is sustained but generally unrealistic. When characters are hit, there are spurts of blood but no realistic injury detail. However, cinematic scenes include more graphic violence, including sight of decapitations and dismemberment. In one scene, a woman is repeatedly thrown about, after which her arms are ripped off, causing gushes of blood and agonised screams. The game also includes use of strong language ('fuck').
Witch Spring 3 Re:Fine
United Games Entertainment GmbH-
Nintendo Switch - 30/06/2021
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 7 because it features mild violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to human-like and fantasy characters. Not suitable for persons under 7 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Role-playing game in which a witch fights back using her magical puppets.
Content specific issues
This game features mild violence, in the form of turn-based combat. The main character can call upon magical puppets to assist her and she can use their unique magical skills against opponents, or use her own bladed weapon. Violence results in flashes of light, with the amount of damage inflicted indicated by numbers. When a character's health reaches zero, they fall to one knee and remain motionless, or fall to the ground. There are no pain noises, no blood effects and no injury details.
Other issues
At one point, a person is attached to a cross in order to lure in the witch. However, the person is not harmed. Some of the fantasy characters include plants that have petals full of teeth. This could be scary for young children.
Puzzle Quest 3
505 Games S.p.A-
PC - 26/05/2021
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 7 because it features mild violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to human-like and fantasy characters. Not suitable for persons under 7 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Role-playing puzzle game in which players embark on a quest to save the world of Etheria.
Content specific issues
This game features mild violence between human and fantasy characters. Characters fight using medieval weapons and magic. They flinch and grunt when hit, with damage indicated in the form of numbers. Defeated characters simply fall to the ground and disintegrate, without any blood or injury detail.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items, in the form of crowns, gems, keys and chests which contain random useable items. Some parents or carers may want to be aware of this. Parents, carers, or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items.
Borderlands 3: Director's Cut
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PC - 08/04/2021
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PlayStation 4 - 08/04/2021
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Xbox One - 08/04/2021
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PlayStation 5 - 08/04/2021
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Xbox Series X|S - 08/04/2021
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 18 which restricts availability to ADULTS ONLY and is not suitable for anyone below this age. This rating has been given because it features graphic violence, use of strong language and encouragement of gambling. Not suitable for persons under 18 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
DLC expansion for the first-person shooter, Borderlands 3, featuring new missions and maps.
Content specific issues
This game contains frequent depictions of graphic violence towards human-like characters. Some of the more powerful weapons used in the game can cause enemies to be decapitated and dismembered. These attacks are paired with strong blood and gore effects, with pools of blood and piles of body parts building up on the ground. The game contains use of strong language ('fuck'). The game also contains moving images which show games of chance. The player is required to bet on a slot machine as part of a quest. After the quest is completed, the player can continue to bet on the slot machines whenever they wish. A small bet must be placed each time for the chance to win money or items.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items, in the form of products, which can be bought with real-world money. Some parents or carers may want to be aware of this. Parents, carers or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items.
Commandos 2 & 3 - HD Remaster | Doublepack
Kalypso Media GmbH-
PC - 05/12/2021
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Nintendo Switch - 30/10/2022
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PlayStation 4 - 30/10/2022
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Xbox One - 30/10/2022
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 16 because it features strong and sustained depictions of violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Compilation of remastered versions of the games, Commandos 2 and Commandos 3, which place players in charge of elite Special Forces deep behind enemy lines during the Second World War.
Content specific issues
This game features strong violence, including hand-to-hand combat, use of bladed weapons and use of explosive devices such as grenades and mines. Impacts result in blood effects, while the use of explosive devices can cause characters to be flung exaggerated distances but without any sight of gory injuries.
Other issues
Enemy troops are sometimes seen smoking and packets of cigarettes may be acquired, although they cannot be used by the player's character. The player can distract other characters by throwing a bottle of wine towards them, which causes them to sway from side to side once they've drunk the contents. Again, the wine cannot be consumed by the player's character. The game also includes use of bad language, including 'shit' and 'bastard'.
3D Arcade Fishing
Markt+Technik Verlag GmbH-
Nintendo Switch - 15/04/2021
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3. Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
Fishing simulation game in which players can upgrade their outfit and fishing equipment using the in-game money they earn by fishing.
Content specific issues
No rating issues.
DOOM 3: VR Edition
ZeniMax Europe Limited/Bethesda Softworks Europe-
PlayStation 4 - 31/03/2021
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 18 which restricts availability to ADULTS ONLY and is not suitable for persons under 18 years of age. This rating has been given because it features graphic violence, as well as use of strong language. Not suitable for persons under 18 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Virtual reality remaster of the horror shooter game, 'Doom 3', which includes the expansion packs 'Resurrection of Evil' and 'The Lost Mission'. The game is set on Mars in the 22nd century, where experiments into teleportation have opened a gateway to Hell. Players take on the role of a space marine who must stop teleported demons from attacking Mars and reaching Earth.
Content specific issues
This game features strong violence, with the player required to battle both demons and human characters who have been transformed into zombies. The use of more powerful weapons can result in the cutting off of limbs, accompanied by copious blood effects. After a character dies it is possible to inflict further damage, causing skin to dissolve and leaving behind a bloody skeleton. There is also use of strong language ('fuck').
3D Billiards
Markt+Technik Verlag GmbH-
PlayStation 5 - 01/03/2021
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Nintendo Switch - 01/03/2024
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3. Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
Billiards and pool game. In addition to the pool hall classic eight-ball, you can also play nine-ball, ten-ball and even snooker.
Content specific issues
No rating issues.