The Video Games Classification Guidelines contain information on the criteria that are used to evaluate video games in Singapore, and how ratings decisions are made.
The Video Games Classification Guidelines also outlines the general principles that are taken into account when evaluating a video game. These include:
· Generally accepted social mores
· Need to protect the young
· Racial/Religious harmony
· National interest
· Treatment of theme and content
· Evaluation of impact
· Creative/Educational merit
The Video Games Classification system consists of two ratings: Mature 18 (M18) and Age Advisory (Suitable for 16 & Above). In assigning a rating, concerns such as theme, violence, nudity, sex, language and drug use are taken into account.