StarCraft 2 avoids Adult Only rating in South Korea
In a not so surprising move, the Korean Games Ratings Board finally gave StarCraft 2 a 12+ rating. Given that the United States counterpart ESRB gave the game Teen rating, it was surprising to see the Adult Only rating slapped on the most anticipated sequel in computer game history. The StarCraft is a national sport in South Korea. And, the massive popularity is guarantee success for the sequel.
In a recent interview Blizzard PR manager Bob Colayco told MTV News that “The result of the appeal that we put into that rating is that StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty is currently rated 12+ in the region.” Blizzard immediately appealed the ruling of Adult Only rating. It was odd as the first StarCraft did not merit an Adult Only rating. There was some speculation that the friction between the Korean gaming league, KeSPA, and Blizzard on licensing issue played some role in StarCraft 2 receiving the dreaded Adult Only rating. Regardless, the 12+ rating should insure that everyone in Korea will have access to this game when it launches.