Why is Grand Theft Auto Vice City rated Mature?
“Grand Theft Auto: Vice City” takes place in the 1980s in a metropolis resembling Miami. Players take on the role of Tommy Vercetti, a convict just released from prison.The Game’s RatingThe Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) rated “GTA: Vice City” “M” for mature. Blood and gore, violence, strong language and strong sexual content were cited as the basis for the rating.About the ESRBThe ESRB was established in 1994. It is a nonprofit, self-regulatory body. Most video-game manufacturers use the organization’s rating system to classify titles, but participation is voluntary.The Rating ProcessAt least two ESRB specialists are assigned to each title.
