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Retailers Selling Adult Games to Youngsters

About 20% of all video game sales to minors are of Mature-rated games, according to a recent study by the Parents Television Council (PTC)!

Video games carrying an “M” rating for Mature contain intense violence, blood and gore, sexual content, and/or strong foul language.

The findings come from PTC’s recent “Secret Shopper Campaign” where children between age 12 and 16 visited more than 100 stores in 14 states. During the campaign, 21 stores sold M-rated games to minors.

GameStop, ToysRUs and Shopko sold no such games to minors, with the worst retailers being Sears, K-Mart and Wal-Mart.

The United States Supreme Court has taken up the issue of violent video games this year.

– Source: OnbeNewsNow, 10/29/10.

 

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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.

You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.

Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.