MarkD1990 Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 It was leaked this morning, that the BBFC are taking all the necessary steps to block the sale of GTA IV to the UK. It seems they were at a loose end with Manhunt 2 and because of "legal advise" they had to back down and let the game eventually go on sale, whenever Rockstar chooses to release it. Unfortunately, they have seeked further advise regarding GTA IV and ruled that the same would not happen. This time they have the support of the Byron Report and of MP Keith Vaz who has done nothing but condemn videogames for the faults of society, despite the lack of a link between the two. Rockstar have yet to comment on the BBFC's plans and what they are going to do about it, we will keep you posted. Source: VG Reloaded But I thought BBFC gave a 18+ rating for GTA IV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadaver Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 This is SHIT! I hate these stupid assholes! What the F**K is their problem! No, man - this isn't happening. R* have invested too much money for this game not to go on sale now, it will reach UK shelves. BBFC sound like vindictive, petty bastards. This can't be true, man. We've been waiting so long for this.... Why would they ban this and not other GTA games? Your source must be wrong!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkD1990 Posted April 1, 2008 Author Share Posted April 1, 2008 (edited) Well I just find them on Google News, but I do think these game sites are wrong about the news they post, but GTA IV isn't on the BBFC isn't on their site yet Just hopefully MCV were right about the UK rating of 18+ Edited April 1, 2008 by Mark_D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadaver Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Well I just find them on Google News, but I do think these game sites are wrong about the news they post, but GTA IV isn't on the BBFC isn't on their site yet Just hopefully MCV were right I hope they are wrong. There will be a shit load of uproar if this game is denied a UK release. Keep us up to date if you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadaver Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 I've just read on google that this may be a very sick April Fools' joke! I bloody hope so - my hearts in my f***ing mouth at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkD1990 Posted April 1, 2008 Author Share Posted April 1, 2008 Aw ye it could be a April fools joke, I forgot about that fooling thing on April 1st lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmac Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 April Fools joke i think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremyjeremy00 Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 its bollocks cos its already been classified by the bbfc, it is on their website. http://www.bbfc.co.uk/recent/index.php?media=digital%20media Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadaver Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 its bollocks cos its already been classified by the bbfc, it is on their website.http://www.bbfc.co.uk/recent/index.php?media=digital%20media I hope it's a joke - I haven't been able to concentrate on work all morning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connor Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 (edited) I preordered it yesterday, and in the shop, they said that we should go and collect the game on the day, so I doubt this is really true, because shops have already set up orders. They wouldn't do that if they weren't sure if it would be banned. Edited April 1, 2008 by Cat Licker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bossman Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Each topic you see today, boasting real GTA4 footage, or whatever other forums you're on mentioning something equally as epic, disregard it, it's quite obviously going to be a big fat pack of lies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadaver Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Each topic you see today, boasting real GTA4 footage, or whatever other forums you're on mentioning something equally as epic, disregard it, it's quite obviously going to be a big fat pack of lies. I hope you're right, man. I haven't been myself all day... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaz The Great Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Dude.... Seriously... IT'S APRIL FOOL'S DAY. RECLICK THE LINK. IT SAYS IT WAS A JOKE. Besides, check the OFFICIAL SITE NEWS. Not only is it NOT banned, it's already been rated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadaver Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Well I became concerned because I know how unpredictable the BBFC are. Besides, I live in the UK, so if these petty chumps decided to ban GTA IV, I and many others residing in the UK, wouldn't get to play it or at least not until the game complies to standard set by the BBFC. Anyway, we can all be happy that it is indeed coming out on schedule - happy days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkD1990 Posted April 1, 2008 Author Share Posted April 1, 2008 Dude.... Seriously... IT'S APRIL FOOL'S DAY. RECLICK THE LINK. IT SAYS IT WAS A JOKE.Besides, check the OFFICIAL SITE NEWS. Not only is it NOT banned, it's already been rated Ye when I posted this topic this morning it didn't have that April Fools on it. Looks like since then it has been updated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toxic546 Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Even if it were banned how hard would it be to cross the channel to france and pick up a copy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadaver Posted April 2, 2008 Share Posted April 2, 2008 It wouldn't be that easy, I'm sure - we'd have to have our consoles chipped or something so that it will accept the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toxic546 Posted April 2, 2008 Share Posted April 2, 2008 Really? I thought the only difference was the electrical outlets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadaver Posted April 2, 2008 Share Posted April 2, 2008 Really? I thought the only difference was the electrical outlets. Well I don't know, but I have heard of people trying to play foreign games only to find they wont. I remember reading another report where someone had made a similar suggestion as you - it was in a different context, mind you - and someone replied saying that they weren't pirates and not willing to have their consoles converted. Besides, I just don't see it as easy as popping across the channel - I'm sure there must be some safe guards against people who had this idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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