Dead Space banned in some countries, early launch on October 14

Dead Space has been given a new earlier release date of October 14th in America (October 20th for the PC version) and October 24th for the European version. Previously it was set for release on Halloween. It will be released for PC, Xbox 360 and PS3.

Sadly though, a few fans will not be able to find the game in their local shops. Dead Space has been banned in China, Japan and Germany! No clear reason was given for the ban, and it’s quite puzzling (at least for Japan) given all the other violent product that hits store shelves.

Although this is nothing new in some foreign countries. China in particular has a history of monitoring what can or cannot be sold to their citizens regarding media. As far as Germany is concerned, Capcom ran into trouble with their Xbox 360 zombie-slayer Dead Rising when it was denied classification by Germany’s ratings board. However Capcom then altered the game, having to deal with some severe limitations on the way it could be sold and advertised. But it wasn’t outright banned.

Microsoft also ran into some trouble in Germany with their Gears of War and Crackdown titles, which were also denied classification.

As far as Japan is concerned, the country’s Computer Entertainment Suppliers’ Association (CESA) tops out with a Z-rating, which the board has found suitable for titles like Assassin’s Creed and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas which were both released in the country.

Either way, it’s sad for fans who may have been anticipating the game.

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