The VSC will now rate games to Pegi's specifications while enforcing compliance among retailers.

BBC: Person buys Grand Theft Auto IV

The Pan European Game Information system (Pegi) gives games an age rating as well as additional information such as violent content and bad language.

BBC: Person buys Grand Theft Auto IV

"We are also in the planning stages of a major awareness campaign to help the public understand the system and other aspects of responsible gaming as soon as Pegi become law in the UK, " Ukie chief executive Jo Twist said.

BBC: Person buys Grand Theft Auto IV