Ryan+Clark's+Letter

December 7, 2009

Dear Mom,

I have always wanted to have an extreme rated M for mature game. You always get me M games, but, however, it is difficult to try to get one you'll accept. I think that it would not teach me horrible things to do, but let me see what to avoid and watch out for. I don't want games like MadWorld, games that are way, way over-the-top. I just want a wider range of games. You say that the language is unsuitable for kids my age, but with war games, the language is just dialogue that is complex and hard for kids to understand. I understand, and want to see what really happens in war. I am wanting to see what Dad went through as soon as possible. When you say that it is made for adults, I think of all the other kids who are allowed to play M games, and just want to fit in. The violence is graphic, as you say, but I see violence everywhere; on the news, on TV, etc. That hasn't messed me up, so how would these games, games for mature people, mess me up? I am happy that you have taken the time to read this, and I am eagerly waiting for an answer. You are a wonderful person, and I just think that I am ready for these games. The rest is up to you, Mom. I hope you, the best Mom I could want, will understand my reasoning. Thank you!

Sincerely, Ryan Clark