Welcome to Askaboutgames.com. This site is intended to try to answer any questions parents and players may have about age ratings that apply to computer and video games. We also detail some advice on how to play games responsibly, by taking regular breaks and so on.
Games are played by people of all ages and not just children and are now a mainstream activity, just like music and films. Games are played by people of all ages, so it is likely that either you, a member of your family, some of your friends, or your work colleagues, play computer games regularly.
That is why every game published in the UK has an age rating clearly displayed on the packaging – to help ensure that the right games are enjoyed by the right players. This site is sponsored by the games companies which publish games in the UK – who are as keen as any parent to ensure only suitable games fall into the hands of children and young people.
If you have a question about age ratings or safe playing tips, want to find out about ways to avoid counterfeit products or might be interested in career opportunities within the games industry, then Askaboutgames is here to help.
To see an example of a typical game for a specific age rating, please click on the appropriate symbol.

Facts
"Every year, UK consumers spend over £2 billion on computer and video games hardware and software"
"More people play more games in the UK than anywhere else in Europe"
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