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Barry
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Jun 25, 2005, 8:18 PM
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25 to Life Video Game Causing Stir
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A new video game which lets players join crime gangs and kill police officers has become the target of a proposed boycott by U.S. Senator Charles Schumer, a Democrat from New York. He says the "cop killer" video game, called "25 to Life," had hit an "all-time low" and discouraged the sale and distribution of the title, due out this summer.
"'25 to Life' makes 'Grand Theft Auto' look like 'Romper Room'," Schumer said on Monday in comments e-mailed by a spokeswoman. The blockbuster video game series "Grand Theft Auto" from Take-Two Interactive is frequently criticized for its violence. The new video game lets players "be the law" or "break the law," taking the side of police or thugs in running gun battles through a grimy urban landscape.
The criminals use human shields in fights, while police call in special weapons and tactics units. The title refers to the length of a jail sentence. As a national debate rages over whether the industry should be left to regulate itself, lawmakers from several states want to make sales of violent video games to minors illegal -- efforts courts have rebuffed saying that the games are protected by laws that apply to creative expression.
"25 to Life" carries an "M" rating -- for those 17 and older -- from the Entertainment Software Rating Board for blood and gore, intense violence, sexual themes, strong language and drug references, according to the Eidos Web site.
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twitchy
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Jul 13, 2005, 11:31 PM
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Re: [Barry] 25 to Life Video Game Causing Stir
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Isn't banning such a game some what extreme?
I understand banning racist games but a game of cops vs robbers is ok i think. Plus it has an M rating! Senator Schumer should concentrate on having the ratings system enforced during game sales as opposed to banning the distribution of the title!
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Barry
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Sep 28, 2005, 4:56 PM
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25 To Life by Eidos Delayed Until 2006
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With backlash ranging from police widows and state senator's, Eidos has decided to delay the release of 25 To Life for a full year. Of course Eidos did not mention officially why they were delaying, but many beleive this could mean the end for the violent video game that gives players the opportunity to play COPS or Gangster, killing sprees rampant on both. The game was supposed to come out Oct. 2005 but won't see the light of day until 2006. It's possible it will eventually surface considering the popularity of violent games. Your thoughts?
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recoton
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Sep 28, 2005, 7:17 PM
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Re: [Barry] 25 To Life by Eidos Delayed Until 2006
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A game very similar to that one is "True Crime: New York City."
Many people are trying to get this game banned, including the NYPD. They said that it promotes gangs, violence and disorderly conduct.
The game developers said that it is an innovative game, which allows you to be a good or bad cop.
You can take drugs and return them to the station as evidence, or sell them on the black market and pocket the cash.
Haven't the NYPD ever heard of entertainment? This game is good not the work of the devil.
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Mar 2, 2006, 5:57 AM
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A violent videogame is sparking controversy between police who suggest sales should be banned and gamers who want to indulge in the electronic fantasy of shooting cops.
Games where the player kills other characters are nothing new. What makes '25 to Life' different is that players can choose to be police or criminals. If a gamer chooses to be a crook, killing police becomes a way to score points.
The Toronto Police Association, the organization representing officers, is disturbed by the game's premise. The NLEOMF hoped to get 17,500 signatures in support of their efforts. According to their website, more than 200,000 signatures have been collected so far.
The organization is also encouraging Americans to tell their local legislators what they think about the game.
Game players on this side of the border think the game should be
available. In the case of '25 to Life,' it is rated M for mature
gamers. That means only players aged 17 and over should be able to buy
the game.
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