Can someone tell me how this is 17+?

[thecrankybearsam]

All I notice is blood. Theres nothing really bad about that. Plus, I don't think adults like vampires, this should be aiming for more of a 13/10+

[Kaytar]

Some of the female outfits are revealing. Look at female shirts then go to very bottom...

[Otukura]

Why is Diablo III gonna be rated M?

[thecrankybearsam]

Ya, thanks Kaytar, but ima play as aboy, so i wont see them that much

[Deathpunch]

Also because the chat is not restricted in any way.

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[Skeletonlord]

I think it is purely because it has a vampire theme, but I agree, the game should have a lower rating. On the android market, it doesn't say a age, it says "High Maturity". This could mean 13-17+. I don't think there is anything that would make it 17+, apart from the theme.

[mike1298]

A bunch of the female underwear and top pieces are revealing. The chat is unrestricted. Also one of the maps I believe the monsters curse at you.

[Rawrimafish]

All I notice is blood. Theres nothing really bad about that. Plus, I don't think adults like vampires, this should be aiming for more of a 13/10+

Well, you can cuss ( I don't recommend it) , blood,
Some of the female outfits are revealing. Look at female shirts then go to very bottom... and more!!!


A bunch of the female underwear and top pieces are revealing. The chat is unrestricted. Also one of the maps I believe the monsters curse at you.

wowza





They should make Kiddie Legends rated PG

[Elyseon]

Because of online interactions and no chat restrictions

[Deathpunch]

I really don't see the point here. I know for a fact that there are people under 17 playing this and nothing is done, so have at it.

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[Swampy]

I think it is purely because it has a vampire theme, but I agree, the game should have a lower rating. On the android market, it doesn't say a age, it says "High Maturity". This could mean 13-17+. I don't think there is anything that would make it 17+, apart from the theme.
I disagree with the first part. Adults I know don't like vampires one bit and its probably partially because of twilight.
As for the age thing, you can't stop younger peoples from downloading the game and playing. It's beyond anyone's control so the age thing is pointless IMO.

[OvigorothO]

Unrestricted chat, revealing outfits, strong language, blood gore, mild sugestive themes, and because they want it to be. Btw its 18+ if you go to the home page the scrolling image of dark legends has a small caption at the bottom right corner which says so.

[thecrankybearsam]

Ty guys

[modredd]

So I guess my question is how will this age restriction be enforced

[RedRyder]

Why would you bring this up again? Each market has their own restrictions. If you know you're underage but still playing, why complain at all? Just let it go. Jeeze..

[KillaSkillz]

It's meant to stop the completely honest children that will see it and not play. Because some children know they should not play a horror genre game, as most parents know their children should not.
But mostly is is meant to be a disclaimer. This way if there are complaints from angry parents, it can be said "hey, we have a age limit and it is clearly posted". There is not a whole lot STS can do to enforce the restriction, but it is meant to cover them more than anything else. And my guess is if a parent complains, the account will be closed by STS with a "thank you for bringing this issue to our attention" letter.

[Growwle]

All I notice is blood. Theres nothing really bad about that. Plus, I don't think adults like vampires, this should be aiming for more of a 13/10+

Some people are offended by blood, gore, stars in circles, monsters, women's bodies and so on. I agree that there are some things that very young children should not be exposed to though.

[Jugernugett]

Wy in the blue hell
?!?!

[Aculeas]

Strong Strong Language (JustG swears ALOT), blood & gore, extreme violence, and nipply outfits will do the trick.

[kiitz]

Funny thing is that they say its 17+, but the "cool" vampire theme will probably have a greater wow factor for the younger folks

[Noobified]

If they want to enforce the age restriction, they should have some sort of age verification system or require a credit card to play. In the end, I don't think STS cares who plays as long as they put the maturity rating and relieve themselves of any liability that would result from under-aged kids playing.

[RedRyder]

?!?!

Forgetting a single letter totally makes the sentence illegible right? I fixed the minor typo for your understanding.

[MightyMicah]

How many of you all have seen the movie "MegaMind"? If you have you should be able to remember when he says "It's all about presentation!" That is literally it. They don't care if people under age over age or whatever, they put it up there because it looks good. So to speak. There are certain things in video games which different markets require higher age restrictions on. In order to appease these people they gotta put 17/18+

How is it enforced? It's not. It's there because it looks good there. It satisfies the parents, it satisfies the app store. (or market or what have you)

~MM

[Swords]

little kids can have nightmare and are so easily to do anything that captures their attention

[Snakespeare]

STS does not establish age limits. They have to enforce them, but they do not establish them. Age limits are established by the ESRB (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entertainment_Software_Rating_Board).

So discussing it here is utterly pointless... I mean... if you think you'll change anything by arguing about it.

[Treenire]

The age limit is there to cover sts. It is then down to the parents to enforce this if they choose too(lime most games tbh) Pretty simple really..

[Growwle]

little kids can have nightmare and are so easily to do anything that captures their attention

Children have less nightmares if you teach them that devils and demons are not real.

[Growwle]

Why its 17+? Theres only one answer. Vampire woman in the cyber goth pants.

Lol, so true.

[Cahaun]

little kids can have nightmare and are so easily to do anything that captures their attention

Children have less nightmares if you teach them that devils and demons are not real.
But they do exist :vsmile:

[Growwle]

little kids can have nightmare and are so easily to do anything that captures their attention

Children have less nightmares if you teach them that devils and demons are not real.
But they do exist :vsmile:

Lol, so do pink elephants if you drink enough ;-)

[Kaytar]

A bunch of the female underwear and top pieces are revealing. The chat is unrestricted. Also one of the maps I believe the monsters curse at you.I heard that too! I thought my ears were playing tricks on me. Did that monster just say ****?!

[n00b13st]

All I notice is blood. Theres nothing really bad about that. Plus, I don't think adults like vampires, this should be aiming for more of a 13/10+

I won't bother going over the places where the content necessitates 17+ rating, others have covered that very well. I do want to say though that I liked vampires, far better vampires than "Sparkle-light" noobs, long ago. I'm 43, my wife is 40 and we've both enjoyed stories such as Brom Stokers Dracula (with Gary Oldman, Keanu Reeves, Winona Ryder - 'I have crossed...oceans of time to find you.'), "Interview With The Vampire" (first story in series about the vampire Lestat), the Laurell K. Hamilton books, etc. Kids may think they invented vampires but they haven't even scratched...bit?...the surface...vein.



STS does not establish age limits. They have to enforce them, but they do not establish them. Age limits are established by the ESRB (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entertainment_Software_Rating_Board).

So discussing it here is utterly pointless... I mean... if you think you'll change anything by arguing about it.

+1 Snakespeare - thank you.

[morfic]

Why its 17+? Theres only one answer. Vampire woman in the cyber goth pants.

Hopefully in the future there will be some sweet emotes that make that outfit even better. ;o

[thecrankybearsam]

Omg ryder if u dont like my freaking questions dont reply!!! Who even said i was too young? If ur not answering my question, dont reply at all!!!!

[RedRyder]

Omg ryder if u dont like my freaking questions dont reply!!! Who even said i was too young? If ur not answering my question, dont reply at all!!!!

Somebody's cranky :( you must be young if you're reacting this way lol.

[dudetus]

Somebody's cranky :( you must be young if you're reacting this way lol.

Naptime I guess.

[RBeltran]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xG8YtAVqop0

Watch 0:22-0:27 then you'll know why.

[Beanmachine]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xG8YtAVqop0

Watch 0:22-0:27 then you'll know why.

Haha, but it's only visible on your own screen in DL unfortunately:D

[thecrankybearsam]

I'm actually not very young, and it should'nt be ANY of your concern. Lets just ditch the age thing now, ok?

[Blaquehaaart]

All mmos should be rated 17+ they are all filled with homophobic, racist, and sexist hate speech. It's a inherent part of every mmo.

Making an mmo suitable for children is like making porn suitable for children. It won't happen.

[Ripper McGee]

...Plus, I don't think adults like vampires...

That comment is just plain silly.

[Deathpunch]

Naptime I guess.

I want a nap. But then again, I'm old and old people like naps.

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[Otukura]

All mmos should be rated 17+ they are all filled with homophobic, racist, and sexist hate speech. It's a inherent part of every mmo.

Making an mmo suitable for children is like making porn suitable for children. It won't happen.

"Online interactions not rated by the ESRB"

I get that this isn't ESRB rating this, but the same thing seems to apply for the android market/iOS store.

[thecrankybearsam]

Ripper, i mean like, adults 30 or over

[Ardon]

Ripper, i mean like, adults 30 or over

Being older doesn't make you like something less. Age is relevant

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[Ripper McGee]

Ripper, i mean like, adults 30 or over

Even sillier. I've probably been reading longer than you've been alive ;)

[Deathpunch]

Even sillier. I've probably been reading longer than you've been alive ;)

Lmao, as have I. I'll be 35 next month and I still enjoy a good vampire tale of the non-sparkly kind.

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[Exion]

And we've probably known about and have been liking vampires longer then he's alive..
I doubt that he even knows who Bram Stoker was (ofcourse he will say that he does (right after he googles him))
Saying that most older people don't like vampires is utter Crap.
Just about every grownup that I know is drawn to the lore of the fanged nightwalkers in one way or another.

[thecrankybearsam]

End this conversation

[thecrankybearsam]

Why is it when ever I have a question, u guys start a fight? No one really cares how old i am or u r. Age does not matter, it's the way things ended up. I'm young, and I'm not afraid to show it and i'm not gonna let u bring me down like this :)

[Ardon]

Why is it when ever I have a question, u guys start a fight? No one really cares how old i am or u r. Age does not matter, it's the way things ended up. I'm young, and I'm not afraid to show it and i'm not gonna let u bring me down like this :)

No one is fighting here. You just stated ridiculous things which people responded too.

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[Ripper McGee]

Why is it when ever I have a question, u guys start a fight? No one really cares how old i am or u r. Age does not matter, it's the way things ended up. I'm young, and I'm not afraid to show it and i'm not gonna let u bring me down like this :)


No one is fighting here. You just stated ridiculous things which people responded too.

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What Ardon said.

[thecrankybearsam]

Tell me wat was ridiculous

[Beanmachine]

Why is it when ever I have a question, u guys start a fight? No one really cares how old i am or u r. Age does not matter, it's the way things ended up. I'm young, and I'm not afraid to show it and i'm not gonna let u bring me down like this :)

Show it...
Show it...









I'M SEXY AND I KNOW IT!

[Deathpunch]

Show it...
Show it...









I'M SEXY AND I KNOW IT!



Opinion.

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[thecrankybearsam]

lol

[SirCylon]

The game is 17+ because of the gore and language and the ability for online players to say whatever they want, the forums on the other hand are bs, suck and are full of censorship because there only 13+ but such is life, full of pixies and fairies.

[Deathpunch]

The game is 17+ because of the gore and language and the ability for online players to say whatever they want, the forums on the other hand are bs, suck and are full of censorship because there only 13+ but such is life, full of pixies and fairies.

Yeah, they probably have to police the adult talk on the forums for the same reason they do in PL and SL. Federal law. It's a bummer.

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[Blaquehaaart]

"Online interactions not rated by the ESRB"

I get that this isn't ESRB rating this, but the same thing seems to apply for the android market/iOS store.

...and bars are just places for social gathering. You can't have a population of adults and kids together, it will inherently be adult oriented. Yeah, you can have a teenager in a bar at midnight and that teen won't drink. You allow teen agers into every night, and they'll be underage drinking.

I played enough mmos to understand that they are certainly not environments for children, and parents have no idea of the type of filth that goes on within these virtual worlds.

Yes, all mmo should be 17+

[Otukura]

...and bars are just places for social gathering. You can't have a population of adults and kids together, it will inherently be adult oriented. Yeah, you can have a teenager in a bar at midnight and that teen won't drink. You allow teen agers into every night, and they'll be underage drinking.

I played enough mmos to understand that they are certainly not environments for children, and parents have no idea of the type of filth that goes on within these virtual worlds.

Yes, all mmo should be 17+

I'm not disagreeing, I'm saying realistically, it won't happen. With the crap that goes on at some highschools, they should be 17+ too. Drinking. Drugs. Sex. All there.

[Blaquehaaart]

I'm not disagreeing, I'm saying realistically, it won't happen. With the crap that goes on at some highschools, they should be 17+ too. Drinking. Drugs. Sex. All there.

Public schools should be cleaned up as well...however, that is another subject, with another set of considerations...mainly that public education is funded by public money.

Never-the-less, you are comparing a public school to a private server. A private server like any other private business can certainly be regulated, just like a private school, just like a movie, or an album, or renting a car, or alcohol...the list goes on and on.

I definitely think there are some issues and liabilities that come along with mixing an adult and a minor population together. Bottom line, is the interaction in MMO's are always adult oriented. Find me one server that is not riddled with sex talk and hate speech.

I'm not necessarily saying that minors don't talk about sex and aren't racist...I'm not saying adults don't talk about those things either. However, there are boundary and issues with being appropriate when the populations are mixed.