News: Revolution To Have Parental Control System!
Posted 16 Nov 2005 at 15:09 by Tom Phillips
Nintendo has announced it will include a play control system in the Revolution!
By using a password-controlled setting, people will be able to decide what flexibility they'll allow younger players to have in playing video games rated E (Everyone), E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older), T (Teen) or M (Mature). The system also ensures that dedicated adult gamers can opt to play without limitations.
How does it work? The actual game software will contain a code indicating the rating, which will activate the control system to remain locked or unlocked. The feature will be included in every Revolution console worldwide.
"Even though many Nintendo games are rated E, E10+ or T, we believe this kind of feature should be included in the hardware. It's the right thing to do," explains Reggie Fils-Aime, Nintendo of America's executive vice president of sales & marketing. "Game ratings are on the front and back of every game package, so families can easily make a decision about whether a game is right for them."
While a suprising move, in the current climate where much is being made of videogame's content, this is a feature that will certainly appeal to some adults, buying the system for their children. More as we get it.