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German retailer Galeria Kaufhof has removed violent games and DVDs from its store in the wake of a school shooting that left 16 dead.
The retailer will not stock any movies or games sold with an 18-plus rating, with no exception.
This would appear to come in direct reaction to the report that the shooter was a known Counte-Strike and Far Cry 2 player.
Stephan Reichart, head of German game developer association GAME, wasn't pleased with the decision:
“I think it is a complete overreaction...it borders on impulsive hysteria. It would be sufficient if retailers made sure their cashiers don’t sell this material to young people.”
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