A week ago, a bill in Germany designed to ban games in which “the main part is to realistically play the killing of people or other cruel or un-human acts of violence against humans or manlike characters” was delayed by a petition of over 64,000 signatures. This would not only forbid the purchase of violent games by consumers, but this would prevent developers from creating games containing violence.

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Editor – I (Molotov Cupcake) was given the opportunity via Popzara to interview Jack Thompson regarding recent events. I am reprinting the interview in its entirety here to see that the information is spread throughout the internet! You can find it below. My questions are in bold, and Jack’s answers are beneath them.

Love him or hate him, the industry’s most controversial figure returns to Popzara for his second exclusive interview, as Jack Thompson once again takes the hot seat for another round of grilling and thrilling.  We welcome Jack back to discuss the recent passing and subsequent veto of Utah’s House Bill 353, as well as his recent letter to President Obama for a total ban of all violent video games. Ever-passionate and fired up about keeping the “killer games” out of the hands of youngsters everywhere, Jack’s crusade is far from over.

It’s been nearly two years since our first chat, and you can bet there’s no shortage of things to talk about.  So better tuck in the children and leave your preconceived notions at the door, as this is definitely one sit-down you don’t want to miss!

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