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Megablocks and Halo

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MissEggy · 18/04/2013 19:25

I have a real issue with megablocks. How are they able to market and merchandise Halo toys which are based around a computer game with a 16 rating. This game is based on shooting and killing however the toys are aimed at children much younger. My 8 year old son has become obsessed with these toys and is now desperate to play the game which is aimed at older children.
I find it amazing that Megablocks are allowed to do this. As a company they are almost 'grooming' a younger audience and encouraging their participation in a game which is not suitable.
Does anybody else think this is wrong or is it just me?

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fuzzpig · 18/04/2013 19:28

I have only seen the Halo megabloks in passing (ie on a shelf in a toy shop) but the same thought occurred to me too.

I wondered if it was actually totally unrelated to the game but I guess not?

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MissEggy · 21/04/2013 21:52

Thanks, I'm glad it has crossed someone else's mind. Unfortunately I'm not sure there's anything that can be done to get these big businesses to show some moral judgement!

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