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Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact Banned in Australia, No Reason Given

Author : Aaliyah Jan 26,2025

Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact Banned in Australia: A Surprising Turn of Events

The Australian Classification Board's decision to refuse classification for the upcoming fighting game, Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact, has sent shockwaves through the gaming community. The December 1st ruling effectively bans the game's release in Australia, with no official explanation provided.

Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact Banned in Australia, No Reason Given

Refused Classification: What it Means

A Refused Classification (RC) rating means the game is prohibited from sale, rental, advertisement, or import within Australia. The board's statement indicates the content surpasses the acceptable limits of even the R 18+ and X 18+ ratings, exceeding generally accepted community standards.

This decision is surprising, given the game's seemingly innocuous promotional material. The official trailer showcased typical fighting game fare, lacking overt sexual content, graphic violence, or drug use. However, unshown content may be the cause, or there might be correctable issues within the game's submission.

A History of Reclassification and Second Chances

Australia's classification board isn't unfamiliar with controversy and subsequent reversals. Past examples, such as Pocket Gal 2 and The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, demonstrate a willingness to reconsider rulings following content modifications. Disco Elysium: The Final Cut and Outlast 2 also saw successful appeals after addressing concerns regarding drug use and sexual violence respectively.

Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact Banned in Australia, No Reason Given

Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact Banned in Australia, No Reason Given

Hope Remains for Australian Gamers

The ban isn't necessarily final. The developer or publisher can appeal the decision by either justifying the existing content or making adjustments to comply with Australian classification standards. This could involve removing or altering specific elements deemed problematic. The outcome remains uncertain, but the possibility of a future release in Australia still exists.

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