Australian Classification Board
Culture concept
The Australian Classification Board is a statutory (mandatory) classification body formed by the Australian Government which classifies films, video games and publications for exhibition. Formerly OFLC.
Alternate names: Office of Film and Literature Classification
Name variations: ACB, OFLC
Parent group
This is a container group; its children are:
| Rating: ACB G | These films and computer games are for general viewing. (too short) | 1994 / 2022 | 221 games |
| Rating: ACB G8+ | General for children over 8 years of age. This rating has since been changed to PG to parallel that of film ratings. | 2001 / 2002 | 4 games |
| Rating: ACB M | Contains material that is not recommended for persons under 12 years of age. (too short) | 2001 / 2023 | 143 games |
| Rating: ACB M 15+ | Material classified M15+ is not recommended for people under 15 years of age. Nonetheless, there are no legal restrictions on access. This rating has since been changed to M to parallel film ratings. | 1999 / 2003 | 3 games |
| Rating: ACB MA 15+ | The content is considered unsuitable for exhibition by persons under the age of 15. Persons under this age may only legally purchase or exhibit MA15+ rated content under the supervision of an adult guardian. This is a legally restricted category. | 2004 / 2021 | 91 games |
| Rating: ACB PG | Not recommended for playing by persons under 15 without guidance from parents or guardians. (too short) | 1999 / 2023 | 201 games |
| Rating: ACB R18+ | (too short) | 2013 / 2019 | 19 games |
| Rating: ACB RC | Refused classification by ACB/OFLC, effectively banning them in Australia. (too short) | 2004 / 2013 | 3 games |