Xbox has taken a significant step towards promoting responsible gaming in Australia by introducing age verification for users attempting to purchase games rated 18+ on the Xbox Store and Microsoft Store.

This move is aimed at preventing minors from accessing mature content, aligning with the country's strict regulations on age-restricted materials.

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  • Xbox users in Australia must now verify their age to buy 18+ rated games on the Xbox Store and Microsoft Store.
  • Games already owned by users will not be affected by the new age verification process.
  • The verification process is part of Microsoft's effort to create a safer gaming environment for all users, especially minors.
  • The new rules bring Xbox's content access policies in line with Australian regulations on age-restricted content.

For more information on this development and its implications for the gaming community, Source: Eurogamer