How does the ESRB rate games?

Each game is issued a rating and specific content descriptors such as "Strong Language" or "Edutainment." A minimum of three game raters are responsible for rating each game. ... When a publisher plans to release a game, they submit an application to the ESRB. read more

ESRB Ratings Process The ESRB rating system applies to video games and apps whether physical (e.g., boxed) at retail or directly downloadable to a game system, PC or mobile device. ESRB employs rating processes that are tailored to the specific platform on which the rated product will be accessible. read more

The Entertainment Software Rating Board is a voluntary group that rates the content of video games, including console (Xbox, PlayStation, et cetera) games and personal computer games. The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) -- the leading trade association of the video game industry -- created the ESRB in 1994. The ESRB does not rate the quality of games, but tries to objectively describe their content and identify anything that is potentially offensive. read more