The way computer game classification appears in advertising is set for review. It is part of a review announced by the federal Attorney-General's office into Determined Markings used to identify classification of films and literature seen in Australia.

Upcoming game Leisure Suit Larry: Magna Cum Laude has been refused classification and banned by the Office of Film and Literature Classification (OFLC) due to its sexual content.

The Government's own film and literature classification website has suffered at the hands of an unknown enemy, apparently from some kind of Alien civilisation, according to the hacker's note.

The Office of Film and Literature Classification has ignored industry pressure for an "R" rating on violent computer games instead announcing a "unified" colour-coded sticker marking system.

The Australian system for rating games is under fire after censors banned one of the year's most anticipated releases, Fallout 3.

Row over Rule of Rose 'torture' game could have wider implications.

Sony Computer Entertainment Europe employee blamed.

The Australian Communications Authority has issued rules prohibiting phone companies from supplying content that is rated x18+ or has been refused classification.

On the 16th July 1999, the Broadcasting Services (Online Amendment) Act 1999 became law, although it did not receive much attention at the time. The legislation effectively gave power to the Australia

Another shot has been fired in support of more explicit gaming, with gaming industry bigwig Ron Curry saying an R18+ rating won't result in an orgy of sex and violence.

Too cool for school? Then perhaps Bully is the game for you.

Can 'crimes' committed online, such as theft or murder, get you in trouble with the police? Davey Winder investigates.

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Fortunately, there are some enterprising groups that are hoping to make filtering easier through the use of ratings classifications.

UK ban overturned.

Controversial game on hold after widespread protest.

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