Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse
PLAION GmbH-
Nintendo 3DS - 02/12/2016
Advice for consumers
This game has been rated PEGI 12 for non-realistic depictions of violence towards human characters, bad language, sexual innuendo and horror. Is not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
The remnants of a Tokyo ravaged by a catastrophe. Demons and humans co-exist, but in this state the remnants of humankind are just a prize being fought over by the higher deities. One lone Hunter, the game's protagonist, meets an early demise and through a pact with a lesser god, is brought back to life in exchange for his pledge of servitude. From there, the protagonist allies with other Hunters in the ruins of post-apocalyptic Tokyo begin a plot that crosses over with the events of Shin Megami Tensei IV.
Content specific issues
This game features depictions of non-realistic violence towards human characters, characters have no reaction to attacks during battle, bright lights indicate attacks and numbers show the amount of damage taken, some blood is shown during cut scenes and on sprites during dialogue. The game also features frequent sexual innuendo as well as mild bad language, including words such as ‘shit,’ ‘bastard, ‘piss,’ and ‘prick.’ Some scenes contain pictures or sounds likely to horrify such as shots of corpses and grotesque monsters.
7th Dragon III Code: VFD
PLAION GmbH-
Nintendo 3DS - 02/12/2016
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 12 for frequent scenes of mild violence and mild language. It is not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
In the year 2100, dragons have descended upon earth and humanity is at the mercy of these terrifying beasts. Team up with Nodens Enterprises, a video game company dedicated to stopping the dragon menace, to become a dragon hunter and eventual saviour of the universe. Although times are bleak, Nodens Enterprises has found a way to tip the scales in favour of mankind: By traveling through time to three different eras, you can upset the balance of the dragons' power. This gives you the edge you need to defeat the True Dragons, and stand a chance against the most powerful one of them all... the Divine Dragon!
Content specific issues
Violence occurs during numerous turn based battle scenes, featuring both magical abilities and a variety of weapons. Damage is dealt by numbers and represented by life bars. Blood and graphical injuries are not depicted. Mild language is frequent used throughout and includes words such as ‘ass’, ‘bastard’, ‘crap’ and ‘shit’.
Shantae and the Pirate's Curse
Rising Star Games Ltd-
Nintendo 3DS - 30/09/2016
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 12 for fantasy violence towards humans and sexual themes. Not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Shantae teams up with her old nemesis, Risky Boots, to defeat the evil Pirate Master in the third instalment of the Shantae series.
Content specific issues
Non-realistic violence features frequently as Shantae whips her hair at human, animal and fantasy characters alike. They will be thrown back and explode, fade or disappear, or – in the case of zombies – have their heads lobbed off. Shantae herself faces grenades, guns and swords. When struck, she falls back and becomes transparent, then jumps up once more. When defeated completely, she will disappear in a flash. Sexual posturing is frequent and mild innuendo features in the dialogue. The majority of female characters wear revealing outfits and are often posed in a way which accentuates their cleavage. Stills of female characters undressing also appear.
Mario Sports Superstars
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 10/03/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI-3 and is suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
Compete with and against your favorite Mario characters in five different disciplines; football, baseball, tennis, golf and horse riding.
Content specific issues
None
Pokémon Moon
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 23/11/2016
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 7 for violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to fantasy or mythical beings and creatures. It is not suitable for persons under 7 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Catch, train and evolve a whole new generation of Pokémon, and battle other trainers to become the Pokémon Champion in the newest instalment in the popular Pokémon franchise.
Content specific issues
Features violence towards fantasy characters that lacks any apparent harm or injury. Battles see two Pokémon exchanging attacks, which results in the loss of HP.
Other issues
There are cinematic cutscenes that can be a bit daunting for younger players.
Pokémon Sun
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 23/11/2016
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 7 for violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to fantasy or mythical beings and creatures. It is not suitable for persons under 7 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Catch, train and evolve a whole new generation of Pokémon, and battle other trainers to become the Pokémon Champion in the newest instalment in the popular Pokémon franchise.
Content specific issues
Features violence towards fantasy characters that lacks any apparent harm or injury. Battles see two Pokémon exchanging attacks, which results in the loss of HP.
Other issues
There are cinematic cutscenes that can be a bit daunting for younger players.
Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack
Yacht Club Games, L.L.C-
Nintendo 3DS - 30/09/2016
Advice for consumers
This game has been rated PEGI 12 for moderate arcade style violence, sexual innuendo and mild bad language. Not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
A 2D action-platformer where you play as the hero Gunvolt, who has the ability to control lightning. This is a combination pack including both Azure Striker Gunvolt and Azure Striker Gunvolt 2 on one cartridge.
Content specific issues
Unrealistic arcade style violence with no blood/gore or any obvious physical injuries throughout the gameplay. Frequent scenes featuring sexual posturing and innuendo, primarily of female characters, as well as mild bad language throughout. Language includes the words 'hell' and 'crap.'
3D Classic Collection
SEGA Europe Ltd-
Nintendo 3DS - 04/11/2016
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 7
Brief outline of the game
Collection of 7 Classic and retro SEGA games, but this time fully playable in 3D: Power Drift Puyo Puyo 2 Fantasy Zone II W Sonic The Hedgehog Thunder Blade Galaxy Force II Altered Beast Fantasy Zone II Maze Walker
Content specific issues
This game features violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to fantasy or mythical beings and creatures, non-realistic looking violence towards characters which although human are not very detailed, mild violence that lacks any apparent harm or injury to human like characters, Violence against humans that is not shown but is implied and pictures or sounds likely to be scary to young children.
DRAGON QUEST VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 20/01/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 12 for infrequent mild violence and gambling. Not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Role-playing video game. You play as a silent hero, leading your allies on a quest to track down and defeat the evil Dhoulmagus, who has cursed the king and his family.
Content specific issues
The majority of violence in the game consists mainly of turn-based combat, with characters striking each other or casting spells. Reactions are often very mild. However, some stronger violence appears in cut scenes. Characters are thrown against a wall by magic in one example. In another, a man is stabbed through the stomach with a large sword, though there is no blood or visible injury. The game also features a casino where players can purchase tokens and partake in a simplified roulette game and bet on a slot machine, with basic on-screen instructions.
Disney Magical World 2
Nintendo of Europe AG-
Nintendo 3DS - 14/10/2016
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 3 and contains occasional, very mild violence in a comical context. The content of this game is suitable for all persons.
Brief outline of the game
Disney Magical World 2 is a game where players can live in the world of Disney and interact with well-known characters, enjoy fashion, quests, and even run their own café.
Content specific issues
Features occasional, very mild violence in a comical context. Players can go on quests, where they do use a magic wand to defeat ghosts. These battles are very mild and take place in a colourful, child-friendly setting.
Other issues
Disturbing boss characters present in the previous instalment are not found in this iteration.