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Video Standards Council

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British government agency for video game rating

The Games Rating Authority (GRA), previously known as the Video Standards Council (VSC), is an administrator of the PEGI system of age rating for video games. It was established in 1989, as the VSC, originally with the purpose of helping retailers to adhere to the Video Recordings Act 1984 and educating retailers on its requirements.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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The Games Rating Authority (GRA), previously known as the Video Standards Council (VSC), is an administrator of the PEGI system of age rating for video games. It was established in 1989, as the VSC, originally with the purpose of helping retailers to adhere to the Video Recordings Act 1984 and educating retailers on its requirements.2

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