Home > News > Game Director Decries Censorship's Impact

Game Director Decries Censorship's Impact

Jan 03,25(1 years ago)
Game Director Decries Censorship's Impact

Resident Evil Director Thinks Game Censorship Sucks Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered's October release has reignited the debate surrounding Japan's CERO age rating system. The game's creators, expressing their disappointment, highlight the censorship imposed on the Japanese console version.

Suda51 and Shinji Mikami Criticize Censorship of Shadows of the Damned

CERO Faces Renewed Backlash

Resident Evil Director Thinks Game Censorship Sucks Suda51 and Shinji Mikami, the creative minds behind Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered, have publicly criticized Japan's CERO rating board for the censorship applied to the game's Japanese console release. In an interview with GameSpark, they voiced their concerns about the restrictive regulations and questioned the rationale behind them.

Suda51, renowned for his work on titles like Killer7 and No More Heroes, confirmed the necessity of creating two versions of the game—a censored version for Japan and an uncensored version for other regions. He emphasized the significant increase in workload and development time this required.

Shinji Mikami, celebrated for his contributions to mature-rated games such as Resident Evil, Dino Crisis, and God Hand, expressed his belief that CERO is disconnected from the modern gaming landscape. He argued that preventing players from experiencing the full intended game experience is counterintuitive, especially considering the existence of a dedicated audience for mature titles.

Resident Evil Director Thinks Game Censorship Sucks CERO's rating system, including categories like CERO D (17+) and CERO Z (18+), has been a subject of ongoing controversy. Mikami's own Resident Evil, a groundbreaking horror title, and its 2015 remake, both feature graphic content and received CERO Z ratings.

Suda51 questioned the effectiveness and target audience of these restrictions, highlighting the disconnect between the censorship and the desires of the players themselves. He emphasized the frustration of having to comply with regional restrictions without understanding the reasoning behind them.

This isn't the first time CERO's rating policies have faced scrutiny. In April, EA Japan's Shaun Noguchi raised similar concerns regarding inconsistencies in CERO's decisions, citing the contrasting ratings of Stellar Blade (CERO D) and the rejected Dead Space.

Discover
  • SCHOOLBOY RUNAWAY - STEALTH
    SCHOOLBOY RUNAWAY - STEALTH
    Embark on the Ultimate School Escape Adventure!"You reckless troublemaker! Get back to your studies!" scolded your parents as they grounded you. Now it's time to play the ultimate game of wits - find clever ways to sneak past your watchful parents an
  • Payback 2 - The Battle Sandbox
    Payback 2 - The Battle Sandbox
    Payback 2 delivers non-stop action, from intense tank battles to high-speed helicopter races! Challenge your friends in this adrenaline-fueled racing epic. - Vivid, immersive graphics that pull you into the action any time, anywhere. - Epic Vehicles:
  • Red Ball 4
    Red Ball 4
    Roll, jump, and bounce through 75 thrilling levels packed with adventure. Saving the world is no easy task—just look at the number of traps in Red Ball's adventure. - 75+ unique levels: Do your best to outmaneuver the square foes. - Navigate an adven
  • Cooking Madness: A Chef's Game
    Cooking Madness: A Chef's Game
    Cooking Madness unleashes your wildest culinary fantasies in this thrilling restaurant simulation game!Become the Ultimate Culinary Maverick!Key Highlights:Worldwide Gastronomic Tour▪ Travel across 55+ exquisitely designed themed restaurants from aro
  • 1 2 3 4 Player Games
    1 2 3 4 Player Games
    Play exciting multiplayer games on one device with friends! Perfect for 2, 3 or 4 players! 1 2 3 4 Player Games Offline Enjoy endless entertainment with this collection of offline multiplayer games designed for friendly gatherings. Challenge your
  • SWAT and Zombies Season 2
    SWAT and Zombies Season 2
    Team up with the S.W.A.T. unit and eliminate every zombie in sight.- SWAT and Zombies returns with even more undead foes and enhanced gameplay!- Fight for survival—victory or doom awaits in this epic battle for humanity's future!- Keep your cool! The