Oct 30, 2008
The introduction of an R18+ rating for computer games has been delayed indefinitely after South Australian Attorney-General Michael Atkinson withdrew his support for a discussion paper and public consultation process. Read the full story at theage.com.au
Oct 30, 2008
THE long-running debate on an adult rating for games in Australia may have been shut down by South Australian Attorney-General Michael Atkinson. The debate was renewed last March when the Standing Committee of Attorneys-General (SCAG) agreed to public consultation on an R18+ games classification. However Mr Atkinson has rejected plans to publish the consultation...
Oct 26, 2008
Read the Full Interactive Australia 09 study as undertaken by Bond University IA9 Interactive Australia 2009 Full Report Read the Key findings of the Interactive Australia undertaken by Bond University. IA9 Key Findings Summary Classification Summary of the Interactive Australia Study undertaken by Bond University IA9 Classification...
Oct 15, 2008
1. The average age of gamers is 28 years. 2. 60% of players are male. 40% are female. 3. 8% of gamers are seniors (over 60 years). 4. Women and older Australians are the fastest growing audiences for interactive games. 5. 35% of gamers are parents. 6. 60% of gamers play for up to an hour at a time a few times a week. 7. 73% of parents say that games help their...
Oct 15, 2008
1. In the 2006 financial year, sales of computer and video game hardware and software exceeded $1 billion. 2. Approximately 12.5 million video and computer games are purchased each year. 3. In the first six months of 2007, the total market for interactive entertainment hardware and software grew by 30%. 4. Australia has 40 game development firms and has produced...
