NBA 2K22
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 10/09/2021
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Xbox One - 10/09/2021
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Nintendo Switch - 10/09/2021
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PC - 10/09/2021
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3. Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
NBA 2K22 is a basketball simulation game depicting the National Basketball Association and the sport of basketball.
Content specific issues
No rating issues.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items, in the form of in-game currency. This in-game currency can be used to buy card-packs with random content. 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.
WWE 2K22
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 11/03/2022
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PlayStation 5 - 11/03/2022
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Xbox One - 11/03/2022
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Xbox Series X|S - 11/03/2022
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PC - 11/03/2022
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 16 because it features strong violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Latest instalment in the fighting simulation franchise, based on World Wrestling Entertainment. Players take on the role of a custom WWE superstar and engage in wrestling matches and other tasks to become a champion.
Content specific issues
Players engage in punching, kicking, throwing and various other moves, in a wrestling context. They also use objects, such as baseball bats and steel chairs, to attack their opponents, as is seen in televised wrestling and in previous games in the series. Reactions are generally realistic, with characters being knocked backwards and falling to the ground. Characters may become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of card packs, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. 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. The game also includes use of bad language, including 'bitch', 'piss' and 'shit'.
NBA 2K21
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 5 - 20/11/2020
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Xbox Series X|S - 10/11/2020
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3. Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
Basketball game.
Content specific issues
No rating issues.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of in-game currency, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. 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.
NBA 2K21
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 04/09/2020
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Xbox One - 04/09/2020
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PC - 04/09/2020
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Stadia - 04/09/2020
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3. Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
NBA 2K21 is a basketball simulation game.
Content specific issues
No rating issues.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of in-game currency, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. 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.
NBA 2K21
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
Nintendo Switch - 04/09/2020
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3. Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
NBA 2K21 is a basketball simulation game.
Content specific issues
No rating issues.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of in-game currency, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. 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.
WWE 2K Battlegrounds
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PC - 25/09/2020
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PlayStation 4 - 25/09/2020
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Xbox One - 25/09/2020
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Stadia - 25/09/2020
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Nintendo Switch - 25/09/2020
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 12 because it features moderate violence and mild violence in a sporting context. Not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
WWE 2K Battlegrounds is an arcade wrestling game featuring exaggerated cartoon-style WWE Superstars. Users choose from a list of dozens of current and former WWE Superstars and can compete in both offline and online matches with other real-world players and AI-controlled players.
Content specific issues
Gameplay violence is non-realistic looking, Even though characters can use objects such as a folding chair, motorbike and exploding barrel to hit an opponent, the use of these items in the game is highly exaggerated, as is the response of characters when hit. None of the characters display any injuries or blood despite the aggressiveness of an attack.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of Superstars or Golden Bucks, which can then be used to purchase clothing and accessories, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. 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.
PGA Tour 2K21
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 28/08/2020
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Xbox One - 28/08/2020
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PC - 28/08/2020
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Nintendo Switch - 30/10/2020
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Stadia - 28/08/2020
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3. Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
PGA TOUR 2K21 is a golf simulator. The game features a single-player PGA TOUR Career mode, online multiplayer modes, a MyPLAYER character creator mode, and a course creator.
Content specific issues
None.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. 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.
WWE 2K20
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 22/10/2019
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Xbox One - 22/10/2019
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PC - 22/10/2019
Advice for consumers
This game has been rated PEGI 16 for depictions of realistic looking violence towards human-like characters. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
WWE 2K20 is the latest instalment of the annual fighting simulation game franchise based on WWE, featuring a roster of over 100 male and female WWE Superstars and WWE Legends. Players fight as a chosen Superstar to defeat their opponents under various match rules.
Content specific issues
As in televised WWE and previous WWE games, players engage in both unarmed (punching, throwing, slamming, kicking, stomping or elbowing) and armed with a baseball bat, or steel chair violence with their opponents. Violence is met with varying realistic reactions and characters may also become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of downloadable content which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. 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.
NBA 2K20
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PC - 06/09/2019
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PlayStation 4 - 06/09/2019
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Xbox One - 06/09/2019
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Nintendo Switch - 06/09/2019
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Stadia - 29/11/2019
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 3 Suitable for all ages.
Brief outline of the game
NBA 2K20 is a basketball simulation game depicting the National Basketball Association and the sport of basketball as accurately as possible
Content specific issues
None
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game currency with real money, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. 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.
WWE 2K19
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 05/10/2018
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Xbox One - 05/10/2018
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PC - 05/10/2018
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 16 for frequent mild to moderate violence in a sporting setting. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
WWE 2K19 is the newest instalment of the annual fighting simulation game franchise based on the WWE, featuring an expansive roster of over 100 male and female WWE Superstars and WWE Legends. Players fight as a chosen Superstar to defeat their opponents under various match rules.
Content specific issues
As in televised WWE and previous WWE games, players engage in both unarmed (punching, throwing, slamming, kicking, stomping or elbowing) and armed with a baseball bat, or steel chair violence with their opponents. Violence is met with varying realistic reactions and characters may also become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings. Live action footage of WWE events is also included.
Other issues
The game song lyrics feature use of the word ‘bitch’, alcohol and drug references (not encouragement of the use) and sexual innuendo. Some of the players’ entrances could be considered sexual posturing.