Product Overview Xploder Parental GameLock is a combination of unique proprietary software and an innovative locking device (X-Lock) that has been designed to prevent children from removing the memory card that stores the data - it is the only system available to help parents and guardians control the content of their children’s PS2 gaming.

Product It is difficult for parents/guardians to stay abreast of all of the latest game releases, let alone keep up to speed with their suitability for children. Xploder Parental GameLock means parents can leave their children to play PS2 games unsupervised, whilst safe in the knowledge that they will not be viewing unsuitable content. Xploder Parental GameLock software incorporates publicly available data from worldwide certification bodies including BBFC, PEGI, ESRB, OFLC and USK. By combining this data with the unique X-Lock device, parents can upload the information to the memory card and lock it in place, so that it cannot be removed, allowing only suitable games to be played. Updates are available via a broadband enabled PS2 or can be downloaded to a USB device and parents can add new game details via the easy-to-use menu system.

The Xploder Parental GameLock is simple to use, and is already pre-installed with age ratings for thousands of PlayStation 2 games. The on-screen installation wizard allows parents to simply set their child’s age and Xploder Parental GameLock ensures that no games with a rating that is higher than the age selected can be played. Once the X-Lock and memory card (required for use, not included) are in place there is no need to remove the device as the GameLock data is stored on the user’s memory card, which is locked in place and accessed each time the PS2 is turned on.

Market Overview Video games appeal to a wide spectrum of ages and it is understandable that games styles and content reflect the diverse audience that gaming now attracts. The gaming industry, with assistance from various Governments is taking significant steps to restrict the sales of more adult themed games to minors, with the implementation and enforcement of age ratings systems. However the media is currently awash with stories of the alleged bad influence that some games are having on today’s younger generation. Realistic graphics often depicting scenes of a violent, sexual or criminal nature have led to the banning of certain games in certain stores worldwide and law suits being filed against games publishers in the United States for what is deemed to be inappropriate content. Therefore many parents are keen to ensure that their children are not exposed to what they deem as unsuitable images and scenarios. Available in December 2006 from www.xploder.net and www.ps2gamelock.comfor just £29.99