UNBAN L4D2 - Release the full (uncensored) version of Left 4 Dead 2 in Australia
CENSORED VERSION OF L4D2 CLASSIFIED IN AUS:
http://www.classification.gov.au/www/cob/find.nsf/ClassificationsByDate?OpenView
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This group was created to allow the community to voice their opinions and show their support for Australian's who demand the right to purchase and play Left 4 Dead 2 in its original and uncensored condition.
Please show your support and sign our petition!
http://www.petitiononline.com/l4d2inoz/petition.html
Petition Information:
The aim of this petition is to demand the Australian Classification Board (OFLC) allow the release of the full (uncensored) version of Left 4 Dead 2 in Australia. On 15 September 2009 the Australian Classification Board announced they were refusing the classification of Left 4 Dead 2.
The Classification Board is the government body responsible for rating all video games content authorised for sales in Australia. According to the Classification Board website, Valve's upcoming first-person shooter has been refused classification for failure to adhere to the current maximum MA15+ ratings guideline. The announcement means the title is now illegal to sell, rent, or promote within Australia.
Information can be found on the Australian Classification Board website: http://www.oflc.gov.au/.
Say no to game censorship! Sign below to show your support and demand the right to play uncensored games in Australia.
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Thanks to Ian for the logo.
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20 September 2009 - An EA spokesperson has confirmed the ban but declined to comment on the possibility of edits or resubmission, saying, "We're still working through the submission process with the [Classification Board], we want to explore all opportunities before we can make a comment."
20 September 2009 - Valve has advised they are disappointed that Australia will miss out on purchasing Left 4 Dead 2 due to a rating's issue. No word yet on whether they will consider changing content to meet the MA15+ classification.
23 September 2009 - Steam advises they cannot comment further until a decision is reached by Valve on whether they will edit content to meet the MA15+ classification.
24 September 2009 - Developer Valve announced it has appealed the Australian ruling of its upcoming zombie shooter Left 4 Dead 2.
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The Classification Review Board has received an application to review the classification of Left 4 Dead 2. The review will be held 22 October 2009.
http://oflc.gov.au/www/cob/classification.nsf/Page/InformationCentre_MediaReleases_2009MediaReleases#top
