Silent Hill f Banned in Australia: A Deep Dive into the "Refused Classification" Rating
Silent Hill f has been banned in Australia after receiving a "Refused Classification" rating from the country’s classification board. This decision marks a significant moment for the franchise, as fans in Australia will not be able to access the latest installment. Let's delve into the reasons behind this rating and explore the recent updates on Silent Hill 4.
Silent Hill f Gets Banned in Australia
The Australian Classification Board has imposed a "Refused Classification" rating on Silent Hill f, effectively banning its release in the country. This decision was spotted across several outlets, though the initial publication post was later set to private, offering minimal details on the specific reasons for the rating. According to the Australian Classification Board's website, "Refused Classification (RC)" is assigned to content that cannot be legally sold, hired, advertised, or imported into Australia. This classification is reserved for material that falls outside generally-accepted community standards and exceeds the limits of R 18+ and X 18+ ratings.
In contrast, the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) in the United States rated Silent Hill f as "Mature 17+," citing the presence of blood and gore, intense violence, and partial nudity. The ESRB's rating summary detailed the reasons for this classification, including frequent blood splatter, enemy attacks impaling the player, cutscenes depicting gore, and intense acts of violence, along with concept art showing a nude mannequin.
The Silent Hill Transmission event on March 13 provided fans with a glimpse into what to expect from Silent Hill f. With its ratings, the game appears to be one of the most gory and bloody entries in the franchise's history. To keep up with the latest developments on Silent Hill f, be sure to check out our detailed article below.
