Is BO2 Banned in Germany?
Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 (BO2) is not completely banned in Germany, but it was initially banned due to its violent content and later released after a censored version was developed, which toned down the violence and removed Nazi symbols. The censored version of BO2 is available in Germany, and Steam refuses to authenticate non-German copies of the game on German PCs to comply with local laws and regulations.
FAQs
General Information
- What is the current status of BO2 in Germany?: BO2 is available in a censored version in Germany, with reduced violence and no Nazi symbols.
- Why was BO2 initially banned in Germany?: The game was initially banned due to its violent content, which exceeded the acceptable limits set by German regulations.
- Is the censored version of BO2 available on all platforms?: Yes, the censored version of BO2 is available on all major platforms, including PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.
Gaming Restrictions
- Can German gamers play the uncensored version of BO2?: No, German gamers cannot play the uncensored version of BO2, as Steam refuses to authenticate non-German copies of the game on German PCs.
- Are there any other Call of Duty games banned in Germany?: Yes, Call of Duty: World at War was also initially banned in Germany due to its violent content and later released in a censored version.
- Can players get banned from playing BO2 online?: Yes, players can get banned from playing BO2 online for offensive behavior, such as using profanity or cheating.
Censorship and Regulations
- Why is Germany strict on game censorship?: Germany has strict laws and regulations regarding game censorship due to a string of unrest over violence in video games, which prompted the government to work on a bill to ban violent video games.
- Are WW2 games allowed in Germany?: Yes, WW2 games are allowed in Germany, but they must comply with local regulations and not contain Nazi symbols or excessive violence.
- Is Call of Duty: WWII censored in Germany?: Yes, Call of Duty: WWII is censored in Germany, with Nazi symbols removed and replaced with Iron Crosses, and gore heavily censored.
Ratings and Age Restrictions
- What is the rating of BO2 in Germany?: BO2 is rated 18+ in Germany due to its violent content and mature themes.
- Is BO2 suitable for children?: No, BO2 is not suitable for children due to its violent content, profanity, and mature themes.
- Can parents restrict access to graphic content in BO2?: Yes, parents can restrict access to graphic content in BO2 by using the Graphic Content filter, which removes blood, gore, and adult language.
Other Games and Regulations
- Is Dying Light 1 banned in Germany?: Yes, the digital version of Dying Light 1 is banned in Germany, but physical copies are still available.
- Why was Wolfenstein 3D banned in Germany?: Wolfenstein 3D was banned in Germany due to its depiction of Nazi symbols and violence.
- Is Wolfenstein still banned in Germany?: No, Wolfenstein is no longer banned in Germany, and it has received an USK rating of 16+, allowing it to be sold in the country.